Our security forces have been fighting a war against the Taliban in the tribal areas that has now extended beyond that troubled zone into our cities and towns. The tribal regions for decades have provided the safe havens to the militants of various creed and nationality from Middle East to Central Asia. The social, religious and ideological linkages with this region go back to the Afghan Jihad against the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan. A great variety of militants from so many countries were encouraged, financed and equipped by the United States, leading European and Muslim countries. Th ... Read More
Dr. Rasul Bakhsh Rais
Pakistan’s Defence Budget Myth or Reality
Strong economy and strong defence are considered to be the two pillars of the state. A strong economy can ensure strong defence; it will enhance country's power and hence make its defence even stronger. According to Paul Kennedy, a nation's m ... Read More
Dr. Ashfaque H. Khan
Ejaz Haider
Ahmed Quraishi
