THE MISFORTUNES OF JINNAH, PAKISTAN, AND IMRAN KHAN

[Jinnah’s vision for Pakistan was clear: an Islamic welfare state where justice, equality, and human rights prevailed according to Islamic principles. Unfortunately, some religious factions misinterpreted this vision, promoting slogans and ideologies... Read more »

THAILAND HALAL ASSEMBLY 2024 WRAPS UP WITH OUTSTANDING SUCCESS AND CHERISHED MEMORIES

Bangkok, Media Release by Jasmin Manee, Thailand Halal Assembly 2024, 21 Dec 2024: The Halal Science Center, Chulalongkorn University (HSC-CU), in collaboration with the Central Islamic Council of Thailand (CICOT), organized the... Read more »

THE ROLE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE HALAL INDUSTRY

NOTE: This article is derived from the author’s video presentation as a speaker at the Thailand Halal Assembly (THA) 2024. [Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative tool, offering solutions to... Read more »

DHL EXPRESS ENHANCES ASIA PACIFIC NETWORK TO HELP CUSTOMERS MANAGE GEOGRAPHIC HEADWINDS

Continuous investments have bolstered DHL’s aviation network and ground facilities in the past year, enabling it to support new trade demands and the traditional peak season spike The company saw 6% more... Read more »

THE FALL OF DHAKA: A LESSON IN NEGLECTED JUSTICE AND BETRAYAL

December 16 is not just a day—it is a haunting reminder of the price of neglecting justice and equality. It is a lesson that if power is abused and voices silenced, no... Read more »

Thailand Halal Assembly 2024: PIONEERING HALAL TRUST THROUGH AI AND INNOVATION

Top Scholars Unite to Revolutionize the Halal Industry December 19-20, 2024 | Al Meroz Hotel, Bangkok Report by Sarwat Hassan, Tribune International, Australia, December 15, 2024 The Thailand Halal Assembly (THA) 2024,... Read more »

GUIDING THE NEXT GENERATION: VALUES, RIGHTS, AND HARMONY

The younger generation, especially in the East, stands at a critical juncture. They are the inheritors of a rich cultural heritage but also face the pressure of aligning with the fast-paced demands... Read more »

THE SHATTERED MOSAIC OF SYRIA: CONFLICT, CHANGE, AND UNCERTAINTY

[The end of Assad’s military dictatorship does not guarantee peace. Syria’s future hinges on reconciling its diverse communities and navigating external interventions. Regional rivalries, including those between Iran-backed Hezbollah and Saudi-supported Sunni... Read more »

UN forum urges “whole-of-society” in data to leave no one behind

Bangkok, Media Release by, Kavita Sukanandan, ESCAP, 11 Dec 2024: Continuing gaps in data remain deeply concerning as governments in Asia and the Pacific struggle to get a full picture of the region’s slow... Read more »

THE STATE OF PAKISTAN: FROM ONE CORRUPT DYNASTY TO ANOTHER

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan Pakistan stands at a precarious crossroads, where personal ambitions and a lust for power seem to overshadow the country’s ideological foundation and the well-being of its people.... Read more »

SLOW INTERNET, SOCIAL MEDIA RESTRICTIONS, AND PAKISTAN’S DIGITAL ECONOMY CRISIS

By Gholam Mustafa Syed Pakistan’s digital economy is facing a severe crisis due to the ongoing political instability and frequent restrictions on social media, the internet, and VPN access. These measures are... Read more »

PRESIDENTIAL PARDONS: A BLOW TO JUSTICE OR POWER ABOVE THE LAW

[President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden has reignited debates over bias and the balance of power between the executive branch and the judiciary. While Biden defended his decision... Read more »

MASSACRE DENIAL: Pakistan’s Controversial Government Faces Global Condemnation

Sydney 2 Dec 2024, Tribune’s Report: In a storm of controversy, Pakistan’s government, accused of being installed through military-backed election manipulation, is under fire for its handling of a protest by Pakistan... Read more »

Bloodshed in Islamabad: THE TRAGIC MASSACRE OF NOVEMBER 26, 2024

[As night fell, the operation escalated to terrifying proportions. Military snipers positioned atop government buildings and paramilitary forces armed with advanced weaponry launched an indiscriminate assault on unarmed demonstrators…..] by Syed Atiq... Read more »

DHS, DOL Make Nearly 65,000 Additional H-2B Visas Available for Fiscal Year 2025

WASHINGTON, Nov. 27, 2024   – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Labor (DOL) issued a temporary final rule (TFR) making available an additional 64,716 H-2B temporary nonagricultural worker visas... Read more »

URGENT APPEAL TO WORLD LEADERS: SAVE PAKISTAN FROM TYRANNY AND INJUSTICE

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan, Sydney Australia Respected Heads of States, Foreign Ministers, UN Secretary-General, and Human Rights Leaders and their Organisations, Members Parliaments of the democratic countries, I need your humble... Read more »

UN CONFERENCE CALLS FOR RENEWED BOLD EFFORTS TO MAKE GENDER EQUALITY

The Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on the Beijing+30 Review opened today, bringing together over 1,200 delegates from governments, civil society and youth groups, the private sector and academia to discuss progress and priority... Read more »

PAKISTAN’S INTERNET BAN: SILENCING VOICES, STIFLING GROWTH, AND BLOCKING OPPORTUNITIES

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan In today’s world, the internet is an indispensable tool for education, communication, business, and innovation. From metropolitan cities to remote villages, people rely on high-speed internet and... Read more »

TRUMP’S VICTORY: A GLOBAL CALL FOR CHANGE AND PRIORITISING PEOPLE OVER POWER

Many Americans are increasingly frustrated by their country’s involvement in costly global conflicts, which they see as benefiting few at home. Trump’s pledge to prioritise American well-being, make the economy robust, and... Read more »

Kamala Devi Harris: SHAPING A NEW POLITICAL LANDSCAPE IN AMERICA?

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan As I write, the U.S. presidential election has reached its final voting stage, with predictions divided on the outcome. On one side stands former President Donald Trump,... Read more »

Pakistan’s Struggle for Justice: A Global Assessment of Rule of Law

Pakistan’s Standing in Global Rule of Law: A Critical Review By Ghulam Mustafa Syed The World Justice Project (WJP), a globally recognized non-profit organization, is committed to advancing the rule of law... Read more »

JUSTICE RESTORED: CHIEF JUSTICE YAHYA AFRIDI’S SWIFT MOVES TO RECLAIM JUDICIARY’S INTEGRITY

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan In a remarkable start to his tenure, Pakistan’s new Chief Justice Yahya Afridi has swiftly initiated transformative changes to revive the Supreme Judiciary’s reputation. Within just 48... Read more »

THE SILENT COUP: PAKISTAN’S JUDICIARY UNDER SIEGE AMID CONSTITUTIONAL MANIPULATION

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan Pakistan is now under the complete control of a military regime that governs through fear, coercion, and fraud. The judiciary, once a pillar of justice, has been... Read more »

ROYAL VISIT: KING CHARLES AND QUEEN CAMILLA JOIN WESTERN SYDNEY’S CULTURAL CELEBRATION AT COMMUNITY BBQ

Sydney, Tribune Report – 22 October 2024: Their Majesties, King Charles and Queen Camilla, graced a vibrant Community BBQ hosted by NSW Premier Chris Minns and Mrs. Anna Minns at Parramatta Park... Read more »