Pakistani Government

The church that embodies the spirit of inclusive Pakistan

Two Muslim architects and a Christian priest are breaking the barriers of hate in Pakistan.

Is Pakistan, China's key ally, ready to tackle coronavirus cases?

Pakistan's reluctance in evacuating several hundred Pakistani nationals from the worst affected Wuhan province reveal major cracks in the country's healthcare infrastructure. And denying entry to its own citizens is not a sustainable solution.

Another India-Pakistan conflict is just a populism-driven decision away

Narendra Modi and Imran Khan may be tempted to escalate the hitherto limited warfare in disputed Kashmir, both to distract public opinion away from domestic governance failures, and to reinforce their ideological claims to power.

Exclusive: 'He will be indicted, and Netanyahu is finished' - Ehud Olmert

The former Israeli prime minister believes that a government without Benjamin Netanyahu will be less provocative and an ‘improvement’ for Palestinian-Israeli relations. He also thinks leaving the Iran nuclear deal was a mistake.

Independent Kashmir: The thought that unnerves both India and Pakistan

Although Islamabad has always supported Kashmir's UN-sanctioned Right to Self Determination, it has also been wary of Kashmiri nationalism that envisions a state free from both India and Pakistan.

How the rumour of a baby killer vaccine caused panic in a Pakistani city

The increasing spread of unverified news in Pakistani society often leads to unprecedented chaos and violence.

Is Twitter censoring content that criticises India over Kashmir?

The social media giant stands accused of prioritising Indian voices and censoring Kashmiri and Pakistani voices that criticise the Indian government.

Multi-billion dollar fine on Pakistan puts the spotlight on a secret court

The Reko Diq mine case shows the overreach of a secretive arbitration system.

Pakistani madrassas: an indispensable institution, a worry for the state

The religious seminaries educating more than four million students, often from poor backgrounds, have long been accused of links to extremism. But there is more to meet the eye.

Despite border tensions, Indian Sikhs celebrate festival in Pakistan

Many Indian Sikhs believe that peace between India and Pakistan is possible because people from both the countries share common history and culture, and they get along very well.

Is Imran Khan India’s best hope for a meaningful dialogue?

Imran Khan's personal history gives him a leg up in trying to start a dialogue on Kashmir and moving towards ending the 72-year stalemate with India.

Afghan Taliban likely to meet Saudi crown prince in Pakistan - sources

Pakistan has been playing an increasingly vital role in the Afghanistan peace talks, which have been gathering momentum in recent months amid a growing US desire to pull out its troops.