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drejaz.bsky.social
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Political scientist & author decoding CPEC/BRI, governance & South Asian geopolitics | Teach at Lahore School of Economics | Write for The News, China Daily & TFT | Seen on BBC Urdu, CGTN & PTV | Focus: US-Pak, Af-Pak ties, US-China rivalry in South Asia
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The frequent exercise of veto power by the P5 has not only resulted in the selective implementation of international law but also eroded the very essence of global peace, for which the UN was created. Read our latest on the veto power of the UN (security council): www.thenews.com.pk/tns/detail/1...
Vetoing world peace | Special Report | thenews.com.pk
Does the veto power serve to protect world peace or the interests of major global powers and their allies?
www.thenews.com.pk
October 26, 2025 at 5:13 AM
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Despite the Israel-Hamas peace deal, mistrust persists. Israel demands disarmament; Hamas refuses, fearing aggression. Without justice and a sovereign Palestinian state guaranteeing dignity and rights, peace in the Middle East will remain elusive. Read my latest www.thenews.com.pk/tns/detail/1...
Gaza post-bellum | Encore | thenews.com.pk
Gaza ceasefire continues to hold despite violations by Israel
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October 19, 2025 at 7:28 AM
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Honoured to speak at the 9th International Forum on Asia and the Middle East at SISU, where I discussed how the Gaza war is reshaping global diplomacy, testing Western engagement, and creating space for China’s emerging ‘normative diplomacy’.
www.thefridaytimes.com/16-Oct-2025/... #gaza
Gaza And The New World Order: How China Challenged The West’s Moral Authority
The Gaza war represents more than a humanitarian tragedy; it marks a defining moment in the evolution of global politics
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October 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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The Military at a Political Crossroad?: Pakistan 2018-Present. Read my chapter in this edited volume www.routledge.com/Challenge-Co... @lrb.co.uk @versobooks.bsky.social @haymarketbooks.org @nybooks.com #Pakistan #politics
Challenge, Continuity, and Change in Pakistan
This book brings a multi-disciplinary approach to studying Pakistan’s contemporary political, social and environmental challenges. It offers insights from various disciplines to show the interconnecte...
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October 7, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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Mamdani is poised to make history in November: He could be the first NYC mayor in recent memory to win without majority support.
Mamdani’s path to City Hall does not include majority support at the moment
The democratic socialist won a resounding victory in the Democratic primary and is leading in the general election. Most New York voters still prefer someone else.
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October 2, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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The government shutdown has temporarily furloughed around 750,000 federal workers, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office.

The Trump administration has also begun canceling or withholding funding for projects in Democrat-led states.
Government shutdown continues with no end in sight amid partisan divide
Rank-and-file senators began discussing potential solutions Wednesday, though a compromise remains out of reach.
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October 2, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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I noted in MediaLine’s report on Trump’s 20-point Palestine plan that Netanyahu may obstruct it, viewing Pakistan–Saudi involvement suspiciously, potentially derailing the process and embarrassing Islamabad and Riyadh. Read 👇🏼 themedialine.org/top-stories/...
Defense Pact With Saudi Arabia Positions Pakistan as a Key Player in President Trump's Postwar Plan - The Media Line
[Islamabad] Pakistan, together with several other key Muslim […]
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October 1, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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Why the US remained silent when Israel attacked Qatar? Here are my two cents www.thenews.com.pk/tns/detail/1... @bbcbreaking-bot.bsky.social @cnn.com @qatar.bsky.social @aljazeera.com @unitednationsbk.bsky.social @economist.com @foreignpolicy.com @thediplomat.com
United against aggression | Encore | thenews.com.pk
The attack against Qatar has chilling implications for the entire Middle East region
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September 21, 2025 at 8:28 AM
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With most Pakistanis under 30, ignoring joblessness, poor education, and climate shocks risks turning youth frustration into mass political upheaval.
By Dr Ejaz Hussain
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#Youth #Nepal #Bangladesh #SriLanka #EconomyCrisis
September 18, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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Youth uprisings in Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka show how economic despair fuels political change Pakistan must act before unrest erupts.
By Dr Ejaz Hussain
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#YOUTH #mobilization #Nepal #SouthAsian #Bangladesh #SriLanka #Economy
Youth Mobilisation And Political Upheaval In South Asia
Youth-led uprisings in Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka show how unresolved grievances can topple leaders; Pakistan must heed the warning
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September 18, 2025 at 8:59 AM
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Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka show youth anger can swiftly reshape politics. Pakistan must engage youth, address grievances, and rehabilitate flood victims before frustration erupts into political upheaval.
www.thefridaytimes.com/18-Sep-2025/...
Youth Mobilisation And Political Upheaval In South Asia
Youth-led uprisings in Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka show how unresolved grievances can topple leaders; Pakistan must heed the warning
www.thefridaytimes.com
September 18, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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The evolving diplomatic dynamics post-standoff highlight Pakistan’s ability to navigate complex geopolitical currents. The engagements demonstrate a sophisticated blend of traditional statecraft, digital communication and regional alliance building.Read my latest 👇🏼
www.thenews.com.pk/tns/detail/1...
Diplomatic dynamism | Encore | thenews.com.pk
Pakistan’s post-Pahalgam diplomacy was well received by regional partners
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June 6, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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India-Pakistan 2025 conflict shows war as political tool, with tech like drones and AI shaping future battles, but political motives risk dangerous escalation

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The Future Of India-Pakistan Conflict
India-Pakistan 2025 conflict shows war as political tool, with tech like drones and AI shaping future battles, but political motives risk dangerous escalation
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May 31, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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Pleased to share that I was interviewed by the Chinese edition of Financial Times on China-Pakistan relations and the recent India-Pakistan military escalation. I offered insights on regional geopolitics, trade & diplomacy, aRead the full interview for more. 👇🏼
www1.ftchinese.com/story/001106...?
巴基斯坦学者艾贾兹•侯赛因：中巴关系的“铁”与新的挑战
艾贾兹•侯赛因表示，中巴已从以安全为中心的合作演变为全面的战略联盟，但在中巴经济走廊、恐怖主义、债务等方面，中巴关系面临新挑战。
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May 20, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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India and Pakistan must adopt sustained diplomacy, third-party mediation, intelligence sharing, and communication channels to prevent future conflicts and avert the catastrophic risk of nuclear war. Read our latest 👇🏼
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Preventing The Next War: A Roadmap For India-Pakistan Peace And Stability
India and Pakistan must adopt sustained diplomacy, third-party mediation, intelligence sharing, and communication channels to prevent future conflicts and
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May 17, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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I argued that another India–Pakistan military standoff is unlikely soon. Both rely on external powers—India on the U.S., Pakistan on China—for arms and diplomacy. Nuclear weapons are political deterrents, not war tools. www.youtube.com/live/sQtaZew...
Why Is India Isolated? | China, Pakistan Strategic Partnership | Trump On Pakistan's Side
YouTube video by Naya Daur TV
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May 14, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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A full-scale India-Pakistan war can also undermine global non-proliferation efforts and embolden other regional flashpoints. The strategic and normative credibility of arms control will be weakened. Read my latest for the News 👇🏼
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Of dangerous proportions | Special Report | thenews.com.pk
The longer this standoff persists, the greater the risk it poses to regional stability and global security
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May 11, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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Trump’s mediation in the India-Pakistan ceasefire reflects a broader agenda. Ahead of his May 13 visit to Saudi Arabia—where he may propose a two-state solution for Israel-Palestine—he seeks to portray himself as a leader committed to ending major global conflicts.
May 10, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Zhou Enlai’s principles of peaceful coexistence offer a roadmap for India–Pakistan peace through non-violence, quiet diplomacy, people-focused engagement, crisis management, and joint development efforts. Read my latest with the grand niece of Premier Zhou Enlai 👇🏼
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Reimagining South Asia: Zhou Enlai’s Legacy And The Path To India–Pakistan Peace
Zhou Enlai’s principles of peaceful coexistence offer a roadmap for India–Pakistan peace through non-violence, quiet diplomacy, people-focused engagement,
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May 10, 2025 at 8:18 AM
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Unfortunately, it is WAR now—the fifth between India and Pakistan. Before it turns into a full-scale or a nuclear one, world leaders—-Trump, Macron, Xi, etc.—-must take it seriously and meet with Pakistani and Indian leaders to get it stopped.
#IndiaPakistanWar
May 10, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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India–Pakistan tensions have morphed into a media war where both sides claim victory. This zero-sum game benefits none. Time to show restraint, end the crisis mode, and prioritize economic growth and human well-being for our poverty-stricken masses. Peace pays.
May 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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India’s recent surgical strikes on sites in Muridke and Bahawalpur were “largely anticipated,” says Ejaz Hussain, a Lahore-based political and military analyst. He warns that retaliatory strikes by Pakistan are likely in the coming days. Full report:
www.bbc.com/news/article...
India strikes - how will Pakistan respond? Four key questions
Experts from India and Pakistan weigh in on what’s next - and how this clash differs from past conflicts.
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May 7, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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#ChinaCanvas #Zhangjiajie National Forest Park's iconic sites were bathed in the ethereal beauty of mist following rainfall on Monday, marking the end of China's May Day holiday and the beginning of summer in the Chinese calendar. #naturelover bit.ly/42WDLjX
May 6, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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Researcher Molly White says President Trump's memecoin and his other crypto ventures have opened up an easy path for buying influence in the White House. "He is really allowing for bribery and the types of corruption that we've never seen in the American presidency," says @molly.wiki.
May 6, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Only by addressing the structural roots of inequality and moving beyond episodic, elite-driven growth can the country hope to achieve sustainable prosperity for all its citizens. Read my latest based on my talk at Shanghai Forum 👇🏼
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Political Forces And Economic Models: Navigating Pakistan’s Path To Inclusive Growth
Pakistan’s economic history shows political forces shaping development models, causing inequality and instability. Future growth must focus on inclusive
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May 5, 2025 at 2:04 PM