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Opinion | US sanctions on Pakistan will only push it closer to China

Jan 1, 2025 | scmp.com | Abdul Khan |Syeda Saba Batool

On December 18, the United States imposed sanctions on Pakistan’s ballistic missile programme under executive order 13382, which targets proliferators of weapons of mass destruction and their means of delivery. Sanctions were imposed on four Pakistani entities, including the state-owned National Development Complex. This round of sanctions is the fourth of its kind in 14 months.
Challenges and Opportunities for the Nuclear Suppliers Group

May 13, 2024 | wavellroom.com | Syeda Saba Batool

Amid the evolving geopolitics and great power competition, the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) – a group of nuclear supplier countries voluntarily enforcing export guidelines to prevent nuclear proliferation – finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with challenges to its credibility and effectiveness.
SAV Collection: South Asia's Quest for Nuclear Energy – South Asian Voices

May 7, 2024 | southasianvoices.org | Mohid Iftikhar |Syeda Saba Batool |Hely Desai |Haleema Saadia

South Asia, home to over two billion people and a quarter of the global population, has experienced remarkable economic expansion over the past decade. However, this growth has been accompanied by a significant surge in energy demand. Pakistan has set ambitious targets to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, while India has promised the same by 2070.
US-India Relations: Shared Values or Compromised Principles?

Sep 18, 2023 | geopoliticalmonitor.com | Syeda Saba Batool

In the aftermath of a recent bilateral , billboard screens on trucks in New York City displayed the message “Hey Joe! Ask Modi!” referring to Modi as the “#CrimeMinisterOfIndia” in reference to India’s alleged human rights failures. The diplomatic statement has raised concerns regarding Washington’s approach towards India’s democratic values and human rights situation.
It Is Not El Niño, It Is The West - OpEd

Aug 29, 2023 | eurasiareview.com | Syeda Saba Batool

Amidst widespread American demonstrations for President Biden to embrace decisive measures against fossil fuels, notable Western publications have begun advocating that America’s culpable carbon emissions are a result of the natural phenomenon El Niño. This approach conceals irresponsible deals and undermines urgent international efforts to address the devastating impacts of climate change.
Are Sanctions The Answer? Questioning The West’s Dependence On Punitive Measures In Global Politics - OpEd

Aug 3, 2023 | eurasiareview.com | Syeda Saba Batool

Sanctions have become a favored tool in the arsenal of Western powers when it comes to exerting pressure on states that violate international norms or engage in destabilizing behavior. However, the growing reliance on sanctions raises the question of whether the West has developed an addiction to this approach.
France’s Riots of 2023 Unmasking the Deep-Seated Inequality and Institutional Racism

Jul 11, 2023 | moderndiplomacy.eu | Syeda Saba Batool

The UK is known for its diverse and multicultural society, providing a home to numerous immigrant communities including the Indian diaspora, among which a substantial number of Sikhs reside. Recent events have led to considerable tension within this community, especially after the murder of Harman Singh Kapoor, a Sikh leader and restaurant owner in London, coupled with protests outside the Indian High Commission.
Unraveling France’s Yellow vest to Labor Reforms: A Complex Interplay of Socioeconomic Factors

Jul 8, 2023 | moderndiplomacy.eu | Syeda Saba Batool

France is experiencing a surge of unrest as tensions escalate throughout the country. The catalyst for the recent riots was the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old boy of Algerian and Moroccan descent during a traffic stop in the Parisian suburb of Nanterre on June 27. The incident, captured on video, shows an officer firing his gun at the boy, who was at the wheel of the car, despite no immediate danger. The officer claimed he feared the boy would run someone over.
Nuclear Energy And Environmental Sustainability In Pakistan - OpEd

Jun 14, 2023 | eurasiareview.com | Syeda Saba Batool

Nuclear energy can be used for climate change mitigation, amongst other peaceful uses. In 2022, the share of nuclear energy in Pakistan’s energy production reached its highest level. This indicates Pakistan’s efforts to increase environment friendly electricity production. However, Pakistan is one of the most affected states by climate change.