ISSUE

Volume-VI

, Issue-II

(SPRING 2023)



01 - Sino-Pakistan Relations: A Historical Journey of 70 Years

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).01
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).01      Published : Jun 2023

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    Pakistan-China Friendship, Cold War, South Asia, Xi Jinping, Defense Relationship
    (1) Muhammad Nauman Akhter
    PhD International Politics, Shandong University, Qingdao, China.

02 - The Evolution of Russia-Pakistan Relations (1998-2023): From Strained Relations

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).02
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).02      Published : Jun 2023

    It is argued that Pakistan and Russia had visible patterns of enmity before the 21st century. However, the abandonment of ideological constraints and shift in geopolitics, incentivize both states to forge closer relations primarily because of Machiavellian common cause. The study intends to highlight the major factors during multiple stages under the various leaders of Russia and Pakistan that ... Details

    Pakistan, Russia, Machiavellian Common Cause, Level of Analysis, Balance of Interests
    (1) Iram Khalid
    Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Kishwar Munir
    Assistant Professor, School of Integrated Social Sciences, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan.

03 - Bridging Borders: How the Indian Factor Affects Relations between Pakistan and A

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).03
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).03      Published : Jun 2023

    Regional and local dynamics in Afghanistan have shifted since the US-Taliban peace pact. Pakistan is concerned about Indian involvement in Afghanistan. Afghanistan is geopolitically and strategically linked with Pakistan. After the US takeover of Afghanistan, Pakistan and India's longstanding rivalry entered a new phase. The pro-Indian regime strengthened Indian involvement in Afghanistan durin... Details

    Afghanistan, Peace Accord, Pak-Afghan Relations, Geopolitics, Proxy War
    (1) Sana Ullah Khan
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department Of Political Science, Qurtuba University Of Science & Information Technology, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Sajid Hussain
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department Of Political Science, Qurtuba University Of Science & Information Technology, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Gulzar Khan
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department Of Political Science, Qurtuba University Of Science & Information Technology, Dera Ismail Khan, KP, Pakistan.

04 - Unravelling the Correlation of Intractability and Human Security in the Kashmir

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).04
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).04      Published : Jun 2023

    This study explores the relationship between intractability and human security challenges in conflicts. Human security plays a crucial role in intractable conflicts, acting as both a cause and an effect.When individuals are denied human security, conflicts tend to emerge, persist, and escalate. Addressing human security concerns is essential to break the cycle of intractability. The study appli... Details

    Intractability, Human Security, Kashmir Conflict, Social Protracted Theory
    (1) Qurat-Ul-Ain Shabbir
    PhD Scholar, Department of Defense and Strategic Studies, Quaid-I-Azam University Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Shabana Fayyaz
    Associate Professor, Head of Department of Defense and Strategic Studies, Quaid-I-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan.

05 - Analyzing Digital Propaganda in the Indian Sub-continent

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).05
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).05      Published : Jun 2023

    Regional This article examines the existing response strategies of Pakistan to Indian digital propaganda. By analyzing selected hashtags over the past five years, media reports, policy matters and academic scholarship, the researcher has identified a number of deficiencies in the prevalent approach and offers policy recommendations for better practices. Overall, this article recommends that Pak... Details

    Indian Digital Propaganda, Pakistan Response, Algorithms, Visuals, Conflicts, Populism
    (1) Syed Inam ur Rahman
    Assistant Professor/Incharge, Department of Media and Communication Studies (DMCS), International Islamic University (IIU), Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Shabir Hussain
    Professor, Department of Media Studies, Bahria University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Mariam Asif
    Lecturer, National Institute of Pakistan Studies, Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan.

06 - Pakistan-Iran and the Trump Administration from 2016 to 2020

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).06
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).06      Published : Jun 2023

    Donald Trump and his phenomenon of populism in the Western world are explained in this study. His blistering attack on Pakistan in a speech for receiving a massive amount in coalition support program but not doing enough against the Taliban, particularly against the Haqqani network is discussed.Ultimately the US did cut off and stopped the support fund but Pakistan didn't go against the Taliban... Details

    Iran, Pakistan, Nuclear, Populism, Sanctions, Trump
    (1) Abdul Qadir
    Assistant Professor, Department of International Relations, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan.
    (2) Mirwais Kasi
    Chairperson, Department of International Relations, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan.

07 - Comparative Analysis of Taliban Regimes to Assess the Global Challenges in Afgha

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).07
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).07      Published : Jun 2023

    This paper delves into the challenges faced by the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, impacting their legitimacy and stability. These challenges encompass economic, humanitarian, and security issues similar to the previous Taliban regime from 1996 to 2001, along with new challenges arising from shifts in global security and politics. With a focus on international relations theory, specifically real... Details

    Taliban, Regime, Global Challenges, Realism, Pakistan’s role
    (1) Sajid Iqbal
    Ph.D. Scholar/Lecturer, Department of International Relations, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.

08 - Pak-Afghan Relations and Taliban Factor

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).08
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).08      Published : Jun 2023

    Pakistan and Afghanistan both are states that have not enjoyed cordial relations with each other but both have common characteristics in their culture, religious affinity and geopolitics. There has been a perception of Afghans about Pakistan that it is the only country that paved the way for foreign powers to militarize Afghan territory. On the other hand, Pakistan always remains distrustful of... Details

    Pakistan, Afghanistan, FATA, Baluchistan, Regional power, Taliban, Kabul
    (1) Muhammad Waqar
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Political Science, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Shahid Pervaiz
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Political Science, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Muqarrab Akbar
    Professor, Department of Political Science, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.

09 - Exploring the Global Influence of the United States: A Brief Insight

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).09
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).09      Published : Jun 2023

    In the aftermath of WWII, the United States emerged as a predominant global power and exerted its influence in various domains including politics, economics, and security. This paper provides an overview of the United States' ascent to global prominence, examining key events such as establishing the Bretton Woods system, forming international institutions like the United Nations, and implementi... Details

    United States, WWII, Global Influence, American Policies, International Institutions
    (1) Javeria Noor Sawal
    M.Phil, Department of Political Science, Qurtuba University of Science & IT, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Mujeeb Mangal
    M.Phil. Scholar, Department of Political Science, Qurtuba University of Science & IT, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.

10 - Foreign Policy Of Pakistan Major Determinant And Relations With Countries

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).10
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-II).10      Published : Jun 2023

    This research paper delves into the foreign policy of Pakistan with a primary focus on major determinants. The study is conducted by analyzing the historical dimensions of Pakistan's foreign policy and highlighting the key factors in its formulation considering the relations with other countries. A comprehensive analysis is established by utilizing the qualitative method of research and scholar... Details

    Economic, Foreign Policy, Security
    (1) Amer Liaquat Chattha
    Deputy Director Research, Provincial Assembly Of The Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
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