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Can Trump Halt the Yuan’s International Rise

Qamar Bashir

Trump’s Strategy to Contain China (Part-III) By: Qamar Bashir Macomb, Detroit, Michigan The U.S. Senate’s confirmation hearing for Mr. Bessent last week as Treasury Secretary was remarkable, as much of the discussion revolved around China’s rapid economic growth and increasing dominance in global finance, economy, manufacturing, and infrastructure. It was unusual for a single foreign country to consume so much time in such a crucial hearing, reflecting both an acknowledgment of China’s deep penetration into almost every sector of geopolitical significance and the deep-rooted concerns of U.S. senators over theRead More


U.S-Asia and Changing Global Order

U.S-Asia from Nixon to Trump

Dr. Muhammad Akram Zaheer The prospect of Donald Trump returning to the presidency evokes mixed reactions across different regions. In Europe, this possibility is often perceived as a significant disruption, with fears of strained alliances and economic instability. Adversaries of the United States, such as China, Iran, North Korea and Russia, view such a development as an opportunity to advance their agendas. However, in much of Asia, the reaction is notably more measured. Countries in this region, ranging from Japan and South Korea in the north to the Indian subcontinentRead More


Pakistan Navy clinches Champions title of 32nd National Shooting Championship 2025

Pakistan Navy clinches Champions title of 32nd National Shooting Championship 2025

KARACHI, JAN 22 /DNA/ – The closing ceremony of the 32nd National Shooting Championship was held at Pakistan Navy Shooting Range in Karachi. Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Pakistan Navy emerged as the champions of 32nd National Shooting Championship 2025, securing a tally of 20 Gold, 17 Silver, and 5 Bronze medals, while Pakistan Army claimed second place. MaqboolHussain and RasamGul from Pakistan Navy were declared overall best shooters in the male and female categories, respectively. Notably, 7 new nationalRead More


Ambassador Farooq highlights $35M trade potential in Saudi market during RCCI visit

Ambassador Farooq highlights $35M trade potential in Saudi market during RCCI visit

RAWALPINDI, JAN 22 /DNA/ – Pakistani Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, His Excellency Ahmed Farooq, paid an official visit to the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI), where he was warmly welcomed by RCCI President Usman Shaukat, group leader Sohail Altaf, Senior Vice President Khalid Farooq Qazi, Vice President Fahad Barlas, former RCCI President Zahid Latif Khan, and other distinguished members of the executive committee. Representatives from various sectors of the business community also attended the event. In his address to the chamber, Ambassador Ahmed Farooq underscored the importance ofRead More


ISSI hosts KIIR Interns for Session on Kashmir

ISSI hosts KIIR Interns for Session on Kashmir

ISLAMABAD, JAN 22 /DNA/ – The India Study Centre (ISC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted a group of Kashmir Institute of International Relations (KIIR) Interns, hailing from students from Islamabad’s leading Universities. The group was led by KIIR Chairman Mr. Altaf Hussain Wani. The interaction was part of ISSI’s initiative of engaging the youth, particularly on issues of national importance and Pakistan’s foreign policy. In his introductory remarks, Dr. Khurram Abbas, Director ISC, stressed the importance of precise academic discourse on the Kashmir issue, emphasizing alignmentRead More


Engagement with Afghanistan must to help millions in distress: UNAMA

Engagement with Afghanistan must to help millions in distress: UNAMA

ISLAMABAD, JAN 22 /DNA/ – Disengagement is neither an option nor helpful to Afghans. We must collectively engage with Afghanistan to create an entry point for helping millions of Afghans that are in distress, and also help the country deal with its longstanding challenges. These remarks were made by the head of the Pakistan-based liaison office for the U.N. Assistance Missionin Afghanistan (UNAMA), Malick Ceesay, during the launching ceremony of “Complex Terrorism Landscape in Pakistan-Afghanistan Region: Afghan Emirate as Counter-TerrorPartner”, the latest publication of the Center for Research and SecurityRead More