Foreign policy is always based on the principle of self-interest whether this is economical, political, security or even a promotion of ideals and beliefs. The USA was never a physical colonial power but has used its military might and control …

Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) is the only forum with representation of all the countries bordering Afghanistan, but it has been dormant as a regional organization. It has not played an effective role in promoting regional trade in the past. The …

While Iran and Turkey have expressed their desire to join the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project at the 13 ECO Summit held in Pakistan, the other member countries were also willing to be the part of CPEC—a project of the …

The government is actively pursuing to start practical work on the much-awaited Iran-Pakistan (IP) gas pipeline project. The practical work on decades old multi-billion dollars Turkmenistan-Afghanistan–Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project has already entered its practical phase in Pakistan, and the …

The recently concluded 13th ECO Summit 2017 is extremely relevant in the backdrop of ever growing importance of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor for its member countries. This passageway is a framework of regional connectivity as CPEC will not only benefit China …

The CAREC is a partnership of 10 countries including Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Mongolia, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. It is supported by six multilateral institutions, working together to promote development through cooperation. It helps Central Asia and …

Small steps by Pakistan are helping it create resilience in the face of climate change, an issue the Indus Waters Treaty did not anticipate, and which endangers it. In recent months, the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) has been in the …

Pakistan to construct three border posts on the Iranian border on modern lines: Khurram Dastgir Despite being brotherly and close neighbors Pakistan-Iran trade volume is not upto desired level hindering the growth and promotion of trade ties on regional level. …

Nawaz Sharif elected as chairman ECO; stresses on strengthening of bilateral relations Experts emphasized on effective investment promotion measures need to be adopted While Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has been elected as Chairman of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) during …

China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects will accelerate trade links between Pakistan and China. It will reduce behind the border trade costs and bring about a shift in the means of transportation. It will bolster economic alliance with the world’s …