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SUMMARY of the Article “Bilateral Progress,” Dawn, October 18th, 2024

Imp Pak Vs India Ongoing Ties

The article reflects on the diplomatic interactions between Pakistan and India during Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to Islamabad for the SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organisation) summit. Although no substantial bilateral breakthroughs were expected or achieved, the atmosphere was notably more amicable than the usual hostility that defines relations between the two nations. Minister Jaishankar reiterated India’s concerns about ‘cross-border terrorism’, a longstanding rhetorical position, yet refrained from directly naming Pakistan, showcasing a shift towards a more diplomatic tone. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s absence from the summit, despite the presence of other heads of government, was noted; however, India’s participation, even through a top diplomat, was seen as a positive step, given the strained relations. The article highlights the importance of multilateral platforms like SCO in fostering regional dialogue, which India seems more willing to engage with compared to the moribund Saarc, largely due to its reluctance to engage Pakistan through that platform. Jaishankar’s comments touched upon terrorism and separatism as impediments to improving ties, echoing India’s traditional stance. However, Pakistan’s concerns, including the Kashmir dispute, the treatment of Muslims in India, and India’s alleged support for subversive activities in Pakistan, remain key issues. The article emphasizes that sustained dialogue, free of interruptions, is essential to resolving differences and » Read More…

SUMMARY of the Article “The Uphill Climb to Woo Neighbours,” by Jawed Naqvi, Dawn, September 24th, 2024

The article examines India’s foreign relations in the context of its growing strategic involvement with its neighbors, particularly Sri Lanka. It begins by recounting a symbolic act by the Indian high commissioner in Sri Lanka, who installed a water vending machine at a tourist site to showcase India’s goodwill. However, this small gesture is contrasted with the larger, more significant geopolitical issues brewing between India, its neighbors, and Western allies. The focus then shifts to India’s entanglement in the US-led strategy to counter China’s influence, particularly through initiatives like the anti-China Quad group. The article explores how this strategy might backfire for India, especially as Sri Lanka elects Anura Kumara Dissanayake, a Beijing-friendly Marxist leader, as its president. Despite India’s efforts to court Dissanayake, including a state visit and diplomatic outreach, the new leader’s stance on Indian businessman Gautam Adani’s projects in Sri Lanka has been openly critical. Dissanayake accused the Adani Group of striking corrupt deals, promising to cancel the wind power project if elected. The article points out that India, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, may need to reevaluate its approach to regional diplomacy, as its close ties with Western powers and controversial business figures like Adani could complicate its relationships with neighboring nations. The broader message is that » Read More…

Which two countries are in the race to build a nuclear power plant on the Moon?
USA and Russia
China and Germany
Russia and China
Japan and Canada
Show Answer…
Correct Answer: Russia and China
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SUMMARY of the Article “SCO’s Future,” by Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry, Dawn, September 22nd, 2024

The article examines the upcoming heads of government meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to be hosted by Pakistan on October 15-16, 2024. The SCO, which originated from the Shanghai Five in 1996, has expanded over the years to include Pakistan, India, Iran, and Belarus. Representing nearly 80% of Eurasian landmass, 40% of the global population, and 30% of the world’s GDP, the SCO was initially seen as a potential land bridge between Asia and Europe, eliciting concerns from the West due to its perceived opposition to US-led global systems. However, internal dynamics, particularly India’s ambivalence towards the SCO, have weakened its cohesion. India, once a committed member, has begun to distance itself due to the organization’s perceived anti-Western stance, as seen in Prime Minister Modi’s absence from recent summits and a shift towards virtual engagements. India’s strained relations with China and Pakistan further complicate its role within the SCO, hampering initiatives like regional connectivity and anti-terrorism efforts. The article discusses India’s efforts to counter China’s influence in Central Asia and its opposition to China’s Belt and Road Initiative, particularly the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Additionally, India’s “offensive defense” strategy against Pakistan has undermined the SCO’s Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure. With growing interest in the expanded BRICS group, including countries like Saudi Arabia and Iran, both China and Russia appear to be shifting focus away » Read More…