Contents Volume III Issue I (2018)
| Indo-US Strategic Partnership and Regional Politics |
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| Abstract: | The United States and India relationship has changed from offense to more extensive engagement since 2004. 0With mutual interest and potential of both, the US and India relationship has matured into a strategic partnership through mutual atomic cooperation. This paper investigates the cost and advantage of the strategic partnership of India and the US and the effect on the South Asian balance of p ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Mujahid HussainSenior Lecturer Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Bahria University, Islamabad, Pakistan2-Syed Umair JalalMPhil. Scholar, Department of Political Science, University of Peshawar, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan3-Muhammad BilalAssistant Registrar Women University, Swabi, KP, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | Indo-US, Strategic Partnership, South Asia, 9/11, Politics |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).01 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).01 |
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| Crafting Resistance through Narratives in Afghanistan |
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| Abstract: | Narrative offers an evocative
opportunity to understand the power of
knowledge manipulation within the public policy
system. Despite the influence of narratives in
designing, formulating, and implementing of public
policies, it is a relatively nascent concept in public
policy studies.The war in Afghanistan truly represents
a battle of narratives. This paper takes a Narrative
Policy Framewo ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Tahir Ul Mulk KahlonAssistant Professor, Department of Government and Public Policy, Faculty of Contemporary Studies, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan.2-Ghulam QumberDeputy Director ISSRA, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan3-Rafaqat Islam Faculty of Institute for Strategic Studies, Research and Analysis (ISSRA), National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | Resistance Policy, Narrative Policy Framework, Taliban, Afghanistan |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).02 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).02 |
| Page Nos: | 17-31 |
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| Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene in Pakistan: An Assessment of the Support of the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (2000-2016) |
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| Abstract: | An effective Water Sanitation and
Hygiene (WASH) is considered as one
of the building blocks for the health of a populace.
Unfortunately, this sector in Pakistan is quite fragile,
and the intensity of fragility varies from one unit of the
state to the other. However, for the development of
WASH in Pakistan, the Asian Development Bank
(ADB) and the World Bank (WB) are providing
assistance i ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Huma IkhlaqLecturer, University of Lahore, Islamabad Campus, Islamabad, Pakistan.2-Sohail AhmadAssistant Professor, Department of Humanities, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan.3-Inayat KalimAssistant Professor, Department of Humanities, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | Pakistan, Water Sanitation and Hygiene, World Bank |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).03 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).03 |
| Page Nos: | 32-45 |
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| Regional Security Implications of ChinaPakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) |
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| Abstract: | CPEC is the first of the Belt and Road
Initiative’s (BRI) six envisioned
corridors and the flagship project connecting the belt
from Kashgar with the maritime Silk Road at Gwadar
Port of Pakistan. From Pakistan’s perspective, this
project has been labelled “Fate Changer” for
Pakistan and “Game Changer” for the entire region.
CPEC is expected to bring significant economic and
ge ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Ghulam QumberDeputy Director, ISSRA, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan.2-Waseem Ishaque Assistant Professor, Department of IR, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan.3-Syed Jawad ShahDeputy Director, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | CPEC, Fate Changer, Game Changer, WinWin Cooperation |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).04 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).04 |
| Page Nos: | 46-63 |
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| China Pakistan Economic Corridor and the Complex Interdependence |
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| Abstract: | Presented in the late 70s, the theory of
Complex Interdependence is in line
with the contemporary scenario of international
politics. International politics has given up the
traditional approaches of hard power. Non-state
actors now serve as significant stakeholders in world
peace. This paper examines CPEC along the
framework of Complex Interdependence. China will
build a network of roads, ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Sohail AhmadAssistant Professor, Department of International Relation, COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan.2-Sadia SohailMS scholar, Department of International Relations, COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan.3-Muhammad RizwanMS scholar, Department of International Relations, COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | CPEC, China, Pakistan, Complex Interdependence, Challenges, China |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).05 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).05 |
| Page Nos: | 64-75 |
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| Evaluation of the Post-Insurgency Rehabilitation Program in Sri Lanka |
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| Abstract: | In the broader Disarmament,
Demobilization and Reintegration
(DDR) programs, the terms ‘rehabilitation’ and
‘reintegration’ are erroneously used as synonyms.
The manifestation of these two distinct phases of a
program can be seen in many affected parts of the
world. Sri Lanka is one such place where the
rehabilitation program was launched after an
extended war against insurgency. T ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Ilam Khan PhD Scholar, Department of Peace and Conflict Studies, Center for International Peace and Stability (CIPS), National University of Sciences and Technology 2-Ahmed Saeed MinhasEx-Director, Institute for Strategic Studies, Research and Analysis (ISSRA), National Defense University (NDU), Islamabad, Pakistan.3-Hajra Nasir Satti MS Scholar, Department of International Relations, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | Rehabilitation, reintegration, DDR, ex-combatants |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).06 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).06 |
| Page Nos: | 76-90 |
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| Mitigating Challenges of CASA-1000 for Greater Regional Cooperation |
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| Abstract: | To sustain economic growth of the
South Asian region, an uninterrupted
supply of abundant Central Asian energy needs to be
ensured. The situation for energy trade between the
two regions is mutually beneficial. The Central Asia
South Asia Electricity Transmission and Trade
Project (CASA-1000) is a well-thought initiative to
fulfill the energy demands of the region by
transmitting 1300 mega ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Zaheer Abbas MS Scholar, Department of International Relations, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan.2-Manzoor Khan AfridiAssistant Professor, Department of Humanities, IIUI, Islamabad, Pakistan.3-Inayat KalimAssistant Professor, Department of Humanities, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | CASA-1000, Central Asia, South Asia, Pakistan, Afghanistan |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).07 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).07 |
| Page Nos: | 91-106 |
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| Foreign Debt and its Implications for Pakistan’s National Security |
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| Abstract: | National security implications of the
rising government debt in Pakistan
increase concerns about military powers such as the
USA and industrial giants such as Japan. This paper
examines the unprecedented rise and abundant use of
debt by governments since 2008. Apart from economic
sustainability risks of the debt, the paper also traces
history of Pakistan’s search for national security sin ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Rafaqat IslamFaculty of Institute for Strategic Studies, Research and Analysis (ISSRA), National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan.2-Sarfraz Hussain AnsariAssistant Professor, Department of Government and Public Policy, Faculty of Contemporary Studies, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan.3-Shahzad HussainAssistant Professor, Department of Government and Public Policy, Faculty of Contemporary Studies, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | Foreign Debt, National Security, Exacerbation, Sanctions, Legislation |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).08 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).08 |
| Page Nos: | 107-127 |
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| Expression of Socio-Political Zeitgeist in Tsarist Central Asia Printing |
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| Abstract: | Orientalist approach to Central Asia
especially Bukhara in our historical
references present a romantic picture. This paper
takes publications and printing as the indicator of
intellectual maturity of the population and
progressive zeitgeist in socio-political life. Analysis of
historical events and facts reveal very little appetite of
reading, almost universal ignorance and scarcity of
wr ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Ayaz AhmadLecturer, Department of English, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, KP, Pakistan. 2-Muhammad BilalAssistant Registrar, Women University, Swabi, KP, Pakistan.3-Asghar KhanLecturer Department of Regional Studies, University of Peshawar, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | Central Asia, Publication, Printing, Sociopolitical Zeitgeist, Orientalism |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).09 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).09 |
| Page Nos: | 128-137 |
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| Strategic Significance of Pakistan’s Counter Terrorism Efforts Since 2014 |
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| Abstract: | Pakistan is successfully fighting
against militants in its tribal areas.
The threat in tribal areas has complicated security
situation. Many terrorist groups allegedly operate in
FATA, e.g. Hafiz Gul Buhadur Group, Molvi Nazir
Group, the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan, and the
Haqqani Network/ Afghan Taliban. The operation
Zarb-I-Azb was a huge success. Pakistan’s army
destroyed many IED Fact ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Masood Ur Rehman KhattakAssistant Professor, Department of Politics and International Relations, International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Pakistan. 2-Tauqeer Hussain SarganaAssistant Professor, Department of Politics and International Relations, International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Pakistan.3-Mujahid HussainAssistant Professor, Department of Humanities & Social Sciences, Bahria University Islamabad, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | Terrorism, Taliban, TTP, FATA, Haqqani Network, NATO |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).10 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).10 |
| Page Nos: | 138-154 |
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| Indo-Russian Missile Defense Deal: Re-Calibration of Ties |
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| Abstract: | Russia has been India’s all-weather
friend and strategic partner for the past
70 years. However, for a decade or so, they are
drifting away and are seeking new friends and
partners. India has been making new partners in the
West and Russia is working closely with China to
counter US hegemony. It has been forging warmer,
more cooperative relations with Pakistan. In this
scenario, the rece ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Sahar Anwar KhanLecturer, Department of International Relations, Women University Mardan, KP, Pakistan.2-Uroosa IshfaqMS Scholar, Department of Political Science, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, KP, Paksitan.3-Muhammad Usman UllahJunior Research Fellow, Humanity Research Council, Islamabad, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | Russia, India, S-400 Defense, Defense deal, Structuralism |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).11 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).11 |
| Page Nos: | 155-165 |
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| Avoiding Zero-Sum between Iran and Saudi Arabia: Pragmatism in Pakistan’s Gulf Policy |
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| Abstract: | Foreign policy formulation and
management is quite sensitive. No
country can either desire or afford to remain isolated
internationally. Furthermore, a state is always
concerned with its security and survival and cannot
afford to sacrifice national interests. As a member of
the international community, states, apart from
ensuring their national interests are also expected to
play their due ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Syed Jawad Shah Deputy Director, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan.2-Waseem IshaqueAssistant Professor, Department of IR, National Defence University, Islamabad, Pakistan.3-Noor Fatima Assistant Professor, Department of International Relations, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | Balance of Power, Zero Sum Game |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).12 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).12 |
| Page Nos: | 166-181 |
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| Nuclear Security and Diplomacy in South Asia: Future Prospects for the Nuclear Pakistan |
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| Abstract: | This paper rationalizes the major
pressures on Pakistani nuclear
program in a regional perspective and explores the
sufficiency of various solutions that Pakistan can
adopt to cope with them. The paper argues that though
Pakistan reluctantly entered the nuclear race
compelled by India, the club of early nuclear powers
does not recognize this compulsion. The pressures on
Pakistan are multif ...Read More - Download PDF
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| Author/s: | 1-Asghar KhanLecturer, Department of Regional Studies, Department of Regional Studies,2-Amjad Ali DaddaIndependent Research Scholar, Islamabad, Pakistan.3-Syed Ali ShahAssistant Professor, Department of Pakistan Studies, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, KP, Pakistan. |
| Keywords: | Nuclear Security, Diplomacy, Strategic, Pakistan, South Asia |
| DOI Number: | 10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).13 |
DOI Link: | http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/grr.2018(III-I).13 |
| Page Nos: | 182-196 |
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