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01 - Economic Integration and Geopolitical Implications of the China–Pakistan Ec

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2026(IX-I).01
10.31703/gfpr.2026(IX-I).01      Published : Mar 2026

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    The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor(CPEC)is one of the significant elements of the China Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) that is expected to enhance connectivity, trade, and economic integration within the territory of South Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East. The article examines the two aspects of CPEC, the geopolitical and economic ones, which evaluate the potential influence of CPEC on... Details

    China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC, China Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), Special Economic Zones (SEZs), South Asia, Indian Ocean

    (1) Muhammad Javed
    PhD Scholar, Department of International Relations, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Ghulam Mustafa
    Associate Professor, Department of International Relations, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
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02 - Palestine-Israel Conflict through the Lens of Realism

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2026(IX-I).02
10.31703/gfpr.2026(IX-I).02      Published : Mar 2026

Abstract

    This article discusses how power dynamics, national interests and security concerns determine the Palestine-Israel conflict, through the two sides’ actions. The study draws on principles of realist thought, including the sovereign voice of the state, the balance of power and self help in evaluating historical and contemporary motivating forces for the conflict. This examines the link... Details

    Palestine, Israel, Conflict, Security, Realism

    (1) Aisha Nayab Qureshi
    Assistant Professor, Department of Law, University of Haripur, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Saad Arshad
    Lecturer, Department of Pakistan Studies, National University of Modern Languages Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Zaiba Sarwar
    PhD Scholar, Department of Politics & International Relations, International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan.
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03 - The Geopolitical Importance of Pakistan in Relations to the U.S and China

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2026(IX-I).03
10.31703/gfpr.2026(IX-I).03      Published : Mar 2026

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    This research critically examines Pakistan's evolving geopolitical significance within its complex relationships with the United States and China. The study analyzes how Pakistan's unique strategic location, historical alliances, and contemporary economic and security interests position it as a key player in the regional and global power competition between these two influential countries.... Details

    Geopolitics, Pakistan, United States, China, CPEC

    (1) Ziarat Ali
    M.Phil. Scholar, Department of International Relations, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Ghulam Mustafa
    Associate Professor, Department of International Relations, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Anwar Ali
    Assistant Professor (OPS), Department of Political Science, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
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04 - Evaluating the Impact of Climate Change on Socio-Economic Environments and Marit

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2026(IX-I).04
10.31703/gfpr.2026(IX-I).04      Published : Mar 2026

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    In the prevailing century and even centuries to come, the world will continue to face challenges in the form of Climate Change, which is already impacting all the spheres of human life, ranging from the ecosystem, financial aspects, health, environments, agriculture, livestock, food security and maritime geopolitics. The aspect of Climate Change is also resulting in the rise in temperature,... Details

    Climate Change, Health, Food, Agriculture, Geographical Zones, Maritime Geopolitics and Policy

    (1) Hasan Yaser Malik
    Maritime Centre of Excellence.
    (2) Rabail Zareen
    Assistant Editor, The Environ Monitor.
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05 - Pakistan's Foreign Policy Challenges and US-Iran Tensions

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2026(IX-I).05
10.31703/gfpr.2026(IX-I).05      Published : Mar 2026

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    The conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran presents Pakistan with complex foreign policy challenges across diplomatic, security, economic, and domestic dimensions. Pakistan's geographic proximity and historical ties with Iran, alongside its strategic relations with the United States and Gulf states, create a delicate balancing situation. Pakistan has called for restraint,... Details

    Balancing Diplomacy, Energy Security, Geopolitics, Pakistan Foreign Policy, Regional Stability, Strategic Autonomy, US–Iran Relations

    (1) Syed Kaleem Imam
    Ex-Federal Secretary Ministry of Narcotics Control/IGP/UN Police Commissioner.
    (2) Zeeshan Shafique Siddiqui
    SSP, Sindh Police, Pakistan.
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