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01 - News Coverage of US Withdrawal from Afghanistan: A Study of the Dawn, New York P...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).01
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).01      Published : Mar 2023

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    The aim of the present study is to investigate the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in the news coverage of Pakistani newspaper Dawn, U.S. newspaper New York Post and Afghanistan newspaper Afghanistan Times during the period 14th April to 31st August 2021 in accordance with their foreign policy.The purpose of the study how the newspapers of three major stakeholder countries cover the withdrawal in... Details

    U.S Withdrawal, Foreign Policy, Newspapers, News Coverage, Media Framing

    (1) Aqdas Waheed
    Lecturer, Department of Mass Communication, University of Minhaj, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Amna Rafique
    MPhil., Department of Mass Communication, University of Minhaj, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Shazia Ismail Toor
    Assistant Professor, School of Communication Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
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02 - Impacts of Domestic Factors on the Foreign Policy of Pakistan (2008-2018)...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).02
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).02      Published : Mar 2023

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    Since its foundation, Pakistan's foreign policy has gone through many stages. Political leadership, location, economic strength, philosophical viewpoints, history, ideology, and cultural values all had a big impact on Pakistan's decision-making process when it came to its foreign policy. Due to financial and military support from other nations, Pakistan's foreign policy was reliant on them. Priori... Details

    Foreign Policy, Domestic Factors, Civilian Administrations, Military Establishment

    (1) Hinna Rustam
    MS International Relations, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Umar Dogar
    MS International Relations, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Ayesha Alam
    Head, Department of Pakistan Studies, Hazara University, Mansehra, KP, Pakistan.
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03 - Navigating India's Counter Narrative over CPEC...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).03
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).03      Published : Mar 2023

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    China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is the flagship project of the 'Belt and Road Initiative' (BRI). It enters Pakistan through the territory of Gilgit Baltistan, claimed by India as part of Jammu and Kashmir. India claims that CPEC violates its territorial sovereignty. Therefore, India totally rejected CPEC. Moreover, the world community accepts Jammu and Kashmir as disputed territory. Due to... Details

    China, CPEC, India, Pakistan, Economic Cooperation, Security, South Asia

    (1) Muhammad Nauman Akhtar
    PhD International Politics, Shandong University, Qingdao, China.
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04 - Global Climate Change and Human Security Nexus: A Case of Pakistan ...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).04
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).04      Published : Mar 2023

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    Pakistan is susceptible to climate variations such as floods, droughts, heat waves, and the glaciers melting have all had devastating effects on human security. Furthermore, people are forced to leave their homes due to continuous floods, making them more vulnerable to disease and economic collapse. The international cooperation needs to adopt policy responses and adaptation plans to develop resil... Details

    Climate Change, Human Security, International Law, Pakistan, Adaptation and Mitigation

    (1) Izzat Raazia
    Doctoral Candidate, School of Integrated Social Sciences (SISS), The University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Asif Amin
    Assistant Professor, School of Integrated Social Sciences (SISS), The University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Sheeba Irfan
    PhD Scholar, Centre for South Asian Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
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05 - The Evolution of Russia-Pakistan Relations in the Context of Regional Cooperatio...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).05
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).05      Published : Mar 2023

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    The relationship between Russia and Pakistan has long been a subject of intrigue and scrutiny in the realm of international relations. This research paper delves into the intricacies of their evolving bond within the framework of regional cooperation, exploring the historical context, geopolitical landscapes, and thematic areas of collaboration. By carefully examining the ebb and flow of their rel... Details

    Regional Cooperation, Geo-Political, Security, Economic Integration

    (1) Sahera Khatoon
    PhD Scholar, Department of Center for South Asian Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Zahoor Khan
    Head of Political Science Department, Edwards College Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Abdul Haq
    M.Phil. Scholar, Department of School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), Jilin University, China.
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06 - A Potential Game-Changer: The Abraham Accord and its Implications ...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).06
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).06      Published : Mar 2023

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    This study elucidates the relevance of the peace agreement between the UAE and Israel in reducing the country's ties to the Jewish state. The study's overarching goal is to decipher the truth behind the Abraham Accord and to explain the fundamental ideational variables like economy, politics, and defence that have contributed to this historical rapprochement and its influence in the region. With t... Details

    Abraham Accord, Dynastic Politics, Middle East Palestine, Alliance, Status Quo

    (1) Naveed Zafar
    Research Scholar, School of Peace and Counter-Terrorism Studies, Minhaj University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Adeel Irfan
    Head and Assistant Professor, School of Peace and Counter-Terrorism Studies, Minhaj University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Faisal Ilyas
    Research Scholar School of Peace and Counter-Terrorism Studies, Minhaj University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
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07 - Securitizing The Iran Nuclear Deal: A Comparative Analysis Of Us Foreign Policy ...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).07
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).07      Published : Mar 2023

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    Based on the Copenhagen school of thought, the securitization theory is applied to examine the framing of the Iranian nuclear deal as a security threat to the United States (US). The paper examines the transition from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) to the Maximum Pressure Campaign under the Trump administration and the subsequent re-engagement efforts by the Biden administration. T... Details

    Securitization, Desecuritization, Iran Nuclear Deal, US Foreign Policy

    (1) Maryam Nawaz
    PhD Student in International Relations, School of Integrated Social Sciences, University of Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Kishwar Munir
    Assistant Professor, School of Integrated Social Sciences, University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
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08 - Indo-Pak Newspapers Coverage of the Pulwama Incident ...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).08
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).08      Published : Mar 2023

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    In the political and military tensions between India and Pakistan, print media play an important role in stabilizing the issues or portraying the narrative of the state to the world. Both the countries spend more on defense in comparison to other sectors. The main reason for spending billions of USD on the military is the Kashmir issue. Though both countries have a long-lasted history of rivalry w... Details

    Pulwama Incident, India, Pakistan, Kashmir Issue, Balakot Strike

    (1) Asfandiyar
    Graduate, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Shahid
    Faculty Member, Department of Journalism & Mass Communication, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
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09 - US Withdrawal from Afghanistan: Emerging Challenges and Future Prospects ...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).09
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).09      Published : Mar 2023

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    The US withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021 marked the end of almost two decades of military presence in the country. However, the withdrawal has created significant challenges and opportunities for Afghanistan, the region, and the international community. The Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan following the US withdrawal has raised concerns about security, human rights, governance, and the e... Details

    US Withdrawal, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Challenges, Terrorism Resurgence

    (1) Saira Akram
    PhD Scholar, Department of Political Science, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Muqarrab Akbar
    Professor, Department of Political Science, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan.
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10 - Humanitarian crises in Afghanistan after re-emergence of Taliban and its implica...

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).10
10.31703/gfpr.2023(VI-I).10      Published : Mar 2023

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    This article describes about the humanitarian crises in Afghanistan after Re-emergency of Taliban in Afghanistan. When spending more than 19 years in Afghanistan, US signed an agreement with Taliban to leave Afghanistan and US withdrew its troops slowly. Although the US was present through the three periods of administration in Afghanistan but president trump said that US should not be in Afghanis... Details

    Humanitarian Crises, Taliban, NATO Withdrawal, Security

    (1) Iqra Jathol
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Political Science, Govt College Women University, Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Sajida Begum
    Assistant Professor, School of Political Science, Minhaj University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Bibi Saira
    Assistant Professor, School of Political Science, Minhaj University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
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