Pakistan's hosting of Afghan refugees poses security and economic challenges. The lack of a coherent refugee policy has exacerbated these issues, highlighting the urgent need for structured regulations. While the nation's goodwill is commendable, a robust policy is essential for
The global AI race is reshaping geopolitics and ethics as countries vie for dominance. While AI promises advancements in many sectors, it raises critical concerns, from surveillance and privacy to algorithmic bias and autonomous weapons. International collaboration is crucial to
Pakistan's judiciary faces urgent calls for reform amid delays, corruption, and abuse of power. The 2022 Lahore case, involving a High Court judge's daughter, highlights systemic issues. Transparency, accountability, and media freedom are crucial for restoring public trust.
Doha-III talks held on June 30 - July 1, 2024, focused on governance, Afghan economy, terrorism, and climate change. IEA, led by Zabeehullah Mujahid, engaged with UN, US, EU, Qatar, Russia, and China. Key issues included human rights, women’s rights, economic challenges, and
Usama Qazafi is a social media geek with a very early-age experience in digital marketing. He has been on board with a number of social media teams and also has handy experience with camera work. Currently doing his under grad in Mass Communications, he is the youngest memeber of Policy Wire’s team.
Hamza Shahid
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Sehr Rushmeen
Research Officer
Sehr Rushmeen is an Islamabad-based freelance researcher, with a major research interest in Tactical Nuclear Weapons, Artificial Intelligence in Warfare, Middle East, Afghanistan, and South Asian Regional Security. She has an Mphil degree in Strategic Nuclear Studies from National Defense University, and a BSc in International Relations from University of London.
Manahil Jaffer
Research Officer
Manahil Jaffer is a graduate in International Relations from National Defense University. Her interest lies in the domain of foreign affairs, terrorism and politics of Pakistan.
Sara Nazir
Research Officer
Sara Nazir is a dynamic professional with an academic background, holding an MS in Strategic Studies from Air University Islamabad and currently serving as Visiting Faculty at the Department of Politics & IR, IIUI. Her research work, notably the research papers and opinion articles published in prestigious journals and platforms, demonstrates a strong passion for contemporary issues, South Asian nuclear politics, hybrid warfare, and emerging technologies. She has work experience with multiple think tanks and two universities. Her exceptional academic achievement is Gold Medal at MS degree.
Aisha Saeed
Research Fellow
Aisha Saeed is an independent analyst based in Lahore. Hailing from a background of Communions, Political Science, Public Policy & Governance, she holds the experience of working with different think tanks as well as government departments. She regularly writes and contributes to leading English newspapers. Her area of expertise is media warfare.
Nuzhat Rana
Executive Director
Nuzhat Rana is a young scholar with a background in International Relations & Peace and Conflict Studies. She has a sound experience of working as an editor after being on board with various editorial teams of leading digital & print media houses. She has a keen eye on developments related to Pakistan’s foreign policy, especially with countries of the region. In addition, she takes particular interest in great power alignments and realignments, especially with regards to China’s behaviour. She is also a strong advocate of women rights.
M.Tauseef
Director General
Mr. Tauseef, with dual HR Management Masters from the University of Surrey, a Leadership Diploma from the University of Cambridge, and an E-Learning Diploma from the University of Oxford, has 15 years of experience in management, education, and social sciences. He’s the HOD of Higher Education at WIC, UK. Counter-terrorism is his area of expertise.
