Author: A Hafiz

Good Governance: A Universal Imperative: Whether in developed or underdeveloped nations, the principles of good governance, including the rule of law, are crucial for sustainable growth and societal well-being. The Heartbeat of Prosperity: Good governance fosters a culture of reform, accountability, and proactive decision-making, serving as the bedrock for a prosperous nation and a robust democracy. Pakistan’s Path to Progress: By prioritizing honest leadership, accountability, and effective governance structures, Pakistan can unlock its true potential and pave the way for a brighter future. In a world marked by diverse political landscapes and varying levels of economic development, one thing remains…

By definition, A manifesto is a published declaration of the intentions, and motives of the issuer, be it an individual, group, political party, or even government. A manifesto usually accepts a previously published opinion or public consensus or promotes a new idea with prescriptive notions for carrying out changes the author believes should be made. It often is political, and social in nature, sometimes revolutionary, but may present an individual or collective elaboration of a party what is the plan forward, and how it will be achieved. Keeping that statement in mind, the objective of this write-up is to study…

Digital Warfare: Pakistan confronts a new battleground, the 5th Generation warfare, where social media is exploited to manipulate perceptions and weaken the bond between its populace and armed forces. Unified Defense: With challenges evolving beyond traditional warfare, Pakistan needs a multifaceted approach encompassing open societal dialogues, fortified intelligence networks, regional collaboration, and robust border management. Economic Cohesion: As external entities attempt to destabilize Pakistan, a united economic front, strengthened by collaboration between political entities, is essential for national resilience and defense against propaganda. In today’s digital age, traditional warfare is not the only challenge nations face. Pakistan, too, finds itself…

Challenging Unity: Recent events, such as the PTM gathering, and external endorsements highlight targeted efforts to undermine the unity of the Pakistan army’s command, a cornerstone of the nation’s stability. Role of Afghan Refugees: The increased involvement of Afghan nationals in potentially disruptive activities raises concerns, necessitating a review of our policy on their citizenship and the security implications of their unchecked integration. Strengthening Defenses: In the face of modern hybrid warfare, it’s paramount that we bolster our intelligence networks, equip law enforcement with state-of-the-art tools, and adapt training modules to counter both traditional and unconventional threats. Though I traditionally…

India’s Chandrayaan and Mars-bound Mangalyaan programs signify its ambitious strides in space exploration, showing resilience despite internal economic challenges and basic needs disparities. Pakistan’s Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has been slow to progress, facing criticism for falling behind India and China, which have emerged as major space powers. For Pakistan to uplift national morale and demonstrate global competence, it should initiate space exploration missions, possibly with help from China, and leverage its missile program technology to focus on domestic space mission launches. India has launched one of the major space missions “Chandrayaan” also known as the Indian…