- Benazir Bhutto Assassination
- A nation in shock – a watershed for Pakistan’s security
The attack was almost certainly carried out by Al-Qa'ida-inspired militants.
The following were written when Benazir Bhutto was first attacked in October 2007:
Carnage and attempted assassination marks Bhutto’s return to Pakistan
The attack marks beyond any doubt seepage between Pakistan’s political and security woes.
Bhutto Returns: Through the Domestic Lens
Bhutto: Into the Lion's Den
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Pakistan
Cutting-edge analysis and comment from the world's oldest defence and security think tank
Fathoming Pakistan's Cycles of Instability
History evidences that bouts of instability in Pakistan are cyclical affairs. A framework for understanding the degree of hazard posed by recent developments must analyse their historical (dis)continuity.
Military's Economic Role and Beyond
This article aims to reconceptualize military economy and discuss how the expansion of military capital beyond what is traditionally defined as military expenditure empowers the security sector.
In the Line of Fire: Are Things Getting too Hot for Musharraf?
Musharraf's decision to dismiss the Chief Justice in March was a calculated move.
Growing Instability in Afghanistan and Pakistan's Role
Criticism is mounting over Pakistan's role in the conflict in Afghanistan, and there is growing unease in the West over its role in the 'War on Terror'. With upcoming country elections, Musharraf has to make compromises to stay in power.
Musharraf: The Net Closes
Musharraf’s declaration of emergency rule weakens an already unstable political system which has deep implications for security within Pakistan and the wider region.
Strategic Folly: Emergency Rule and the Future of Pakistan
Short-term goals rather than long-term strategy seem to guide the manner and method in which Musharraf's decisions are made
Carnage and attempted assassination marks Bhutto’s return to Pakistan
The attack marks beyond any doubt seepage between Pakistan’s political and security woes. Serious doubts must now shroud the practical feasibility of Pakistan holding its parliamentary elections in three months time.
- Pakistan
Articles and analysis on Pakistan's strategic and domestic developments.
Articles
Fathoming Pakistan's Cycles of InstabilityHistory evidences that bouts of instability in Pakistan are cyclical affairs. A framework for understanding the degree of hazard posed by recent developments must analyse their historical (dis)continuity.
Military's Economic Role and BeyondThis article aims to reconceptualize military economy and discuss how the expansion of military capital beyond what is traditionally defined as military expenditure empowers the security sector.
In the Line of Fire: Are Things Getting too Hot for Musharraf?Musharraf's decision to dismiss the Chief Justice in March was a calculated move.
Growing Instability in Afghanistan and Pakistan's RoleCriticism is mounting over Pakistan's role in the conflict in Afghanistan, and there is growing unease in the West over its role in the 'War on Terror'. With upcoming country elections, Musharraf has to make compromises to stay in power.
Madrasas and the Modern State: Religious Education and Religious Extremism in Pakistan
Policy-makers assume that religious education is a precursor for religious extremism - but this is misleading.
Policy-makers assume that religious education is a precursor for religious extremism - but this is misleading.
Review Essay on Pakistan
A review by Alexander Evans on two books: 'Rethinking the National Security of Pakistan: The Price of Strategic Myopia' by Ahmad Faruqui and 'Pakistan’s Arms Procurement and Military Buildup, 1979-99' by Ayesha Siddiqa-Agha.
A review by Alexander Evans on two books: 'Rethinking the National Security of Pakistan: The Price of Strategic Myopia' by Ahmad Faruqui and 'Pakistan’s Arms Procurement and Military Buildup, 1979-99' by Ayesha Siddiqa-Agha.
India-Pakistan: Coming Full Circle?
The future of the India-Pakistan peace process looks uncertain once again.
The future of the India-Pakistan peace process looks uncertain once again.
India and Pakistan - Signs of a Thaw or a Precursor to War?
Promising moves have occured in South Asia, in the relationship between India and Pakistan.
Promising moves have occured in South Asia, in the relationship between India and Pakistan.
Pakistan's Leader: The Survivor for How Long?
Pakistan, India, Diplomacy, Musharraf, Intelligence, ISI
Pakistan, India, Diplomacy, Musharraf, Intelligence, ISI
Commentary
Musharraf: The Net ClosesMusharraf’s declaration of emergency rule weakens an already unstable political system which has deep implications for security within Pakistan and the wider region.
Strategic Folly: Emergency Rule and the Future of PakistanShort-term goals rather than long-term strategy seem to guide the manner and method in which Musharraf's decisions are made
Bhutto Returns: Through the Domestic Lens
In the early hours of 19 October 2007 in the port city of Karachi blasts intended to assassinate the returning leader of the Pakistan’s Peoples Party, Benazir Bhutto, killed 130 people.
In the early hours of 19 October 2007 in the port city of Karachi blasts intended to assassinate the returning leader of the Pakistan’s Peoples Party, Benazir Bhutto, killed 130 people.
Bhutto: Into the Lion's Den
The return of Benzir Bhutto and her attempted assasination suggest a turbulent period for Pakistani stability
The return of Benzir Bhutto and her attempted assasination suggest a turbulent period for Pakistani stability
Carnage and attempted assassination marks Bhutto’s return to PakistanThe attack marks beyond any doubt seepage between Pakistan’s political and security woes. Serious doubts must now shroud the practical feasibility of Pakistan holding its parliamentary elections in three months time.
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