ISSUE

Volume-VI

, Issue-I

(WINTER 2023)



01 - The Nation, Nationalism and Ethno-nationalism: A Theoretical Discourse

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).01
10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).01      Published : Mar 2023

    People or masses that are united by their common culture, language, history, descent and distinct ideas in a specific country or territory known as a nation. Moreover, nationalism is an idea or a movement where a nation fits in the state. As a nation, it tends to promote the interest of a group of people. The word 'nationality' has been in mutual use in third-world countries to designate ethnoling... Details
    Nation, Nationalism, Ethno-nationalism, Ideologies, Discourse, Philosophies, Communities
    (1) Azhar Mahmood Abbasi
    Lecturer, Department of Pakistan Studies, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Munnaza Mubarak
    Lecturer, Department of Pakistan Studies, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Muhammad Saad Arshad
    HOD Pakistan Studies, Aspire Group of Colleges.”

02 - International Development Partner's Role in the Empowerment of Women Through Edu

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).02
10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).02      Published : Mar 2023

    Role of international development partners to empower women through the provision of education in South Punjab (2001-2020) has been significant for the promotion of gender equality and empowering women in the region. The study utilizes a qualitative research design and employs the document analysis method to collect data from relevant documents including reports and publications by international ... Details
    Women Empowerment, Programs, Initiatives and Strategies, Sustainable Development Goals
    (1) Ishrat Noureen
    PhD Scholar, Department of Pakistan Studies, Islamia University, Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Robina Yasmeen
    Associate Professor, Department of Pakistan Studies, Islamia University, Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.

03 - Geopolitics of Energy: Pakistan-China Energy and Economic Corridor for Poverty A

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).03
10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).03      Published : Mar 2023

    The growing energy partnership between China and Pakistan is one of the most promising avenues for reducing poverty in Pakistan. This China-Pakistan Energy Cooperation has a strong potential to address the energy crisis in Pakistan that is a high priority. Opportunities for energy cooperation, such as building power plants, transmission lines, and other infrastructure, have expanded due to this p... Details
    Geopolitics, Energy, China-Pakistan, Poverty, Renewables
    (1) Izzat Raazia
    Doctoral Candidate, School of Integrated Social Sciences, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Kishwar Munir
    Assistant Professor, School of Integrated Social Sciences, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Imran Rafique
    PhD Scholar, Centre for South Asian Studies, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

04 - The Geopolitical Implications of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).04
10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).04      Published : Mar 2023

    The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a major infrastructure and economic development project that has attracted significant interest due to its geopolitical implications. This article examines the many facets of CPEC and its impact on the region. The introduction summarizes CPEC and provides the article statement, emphasizing the research focus on geopolitical implications. The historica... Details
    China, Pakistan, Geopolitics, Implications
    (1) Ayesha Alam
    Head of Pakistan Studies Department, Hazara University, Mansehra, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Abdul Waheed
    Lecturer, Department of History & Politics, The University of Haripur, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Mehvish Noor ul Islam
    Teaching Assistant, Department of Pakistan Studies, Hazara University, Mansehra, KP, Pakistan.

05 - Iran-Saudi Arabia Rapprochement: A Perspective of Neoclassical Realism

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).05
10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).05      Published : Mar 2023

    This paper examines the recent rapprochement between Iran and Saudi Arabia and explores the mediating role of China in the Peace deal. By employing the theoretical framework of Neoclassical Realism (NCR), the research surveys the complex dynamics of Saudi-Iran relations, considering both domestic and international factors. The research discusses the historical context of their strained relationshi... Details
    Rapprochement, Geo-economics, Geo-Strategic, China, Iran, Saudi Arabia
    (1) Maryam Nawaz
    PhD Scholar in International Relations, School of Integrated Social Sciences, University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Asif Amin
    Assistant Professor, School of Integrated Social Sciences (SISS), The University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Muhammad Faizan Asghar
    PhD Scholar, International Relations, School of Integrated Social Sciences, University of Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

06 - Framing War on Terror: Analyzing the Editorials of Mainstream English Newspaper

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).06
10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).06      Published : Mar 2023

    In the aftermath of September 11, Osama Bin Laden has been declared the mastermind of the attacks and al-Qaida and the Taliban has been considered strong outside enemies. In the dusk of 9/11 Global War against Terrorism has been launched by the United States and its allies to counter terrorism in any region and to eradicate extremism from all over the world. Mediated treatment of this un-ended war... Details
    War on Terror, Framing, Editorials, Dawn, The News, Taliban and Osama Bin Laden
    (1) Qaisar Shehzad Farooq
    PhD Scholar, Department of Media & Communication Studies, University of Gujrat, Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) M. Zafar Iqbal
    Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Ashraf Iqbal
    Assistant Professor, Department of Mass Communication, Government College University, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.

07 - Post-US Withdrawal Situation in Afghanistan: Implications for Pakistan

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).07
10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).07      Published : Mar 2023

    Due to geographical, ethnic and cultural proximity, Pakistan has advantaged and suffered like jugular vein from the peace and conflict-ridden circumstance of Afghanistan. Daniel S. Markey in his book analogizes Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the USA with three sinners who were trapped in hell and tormented each other for decades (Markey, 2013). The primary purpose of this article is to examine the eff... Details
    Terrorism, Security, Human Rights
    (1) Amer Liaquat Chattha
    Deputy Director Research, Provincial Assembly of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

08 - Power Competition in the Middle East: Emerging Alliance of Turkey And Qatar, and

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).08
10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).08      Published : Mar 2023

    This study describes the domestic influences, ideational factors, and power dynamics in the wider Middle Eastern and Gulf region. The study has examined the burgeoning rapprochement of Qatar and Turkey particularly post-Arab Spring and its implications for Saudi Arabia. After the Arab Spring, the Middle East presented a tripolar structure where the Turkey-Qatar alliance and their sympathy with the... Details
    Turkey-Saudi Arab-Qatar Relations, Arab Uprising, Events of Arab Spring, Formation of Blocs, Turkey-Qatar Alliance
    (1) Naila Afzal
    Ph.D Scholar, Department of Political Science, Government College Women University, Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Zahid Yaseen
    Associate Professor & Chairperson, Department of Political Science, Government College Women University, Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.

09 - Post-2021 situation in Afghanistan: Implications on Regional Security

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).09
10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).09      Published : Mar 2023

    The circumstances in Afghanistan beyond 2021 will have a significant impact on the dynamics of regional security. After foreign forces left Afghanistan, the Taliban took over and the country saw a dramatic political upheaval. Concerns have been expressed by neighboring nations and others over this change in power. The dynamic circumstances present obstacles to the stability of the area, with possi... Details
    Talibian, Regional Security, Humanitarian Crisis, International Response, Human Rights
    (1) Nosherwan Adil
    Lecturer, Department of International Relations, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Ayesha Rana
    Assistant Professor, Department of International Relations, National University of Modern Languages, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Beenish Khan
    Lecturer, Department of International Relations, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.

10 - Core Member and the Success of Regional Organizations: A Study of China's Role i

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).10
10.31703/girr.2023(VI-I).10      Published : Mar 2023

    The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), established in 2001, promotes cooperation in trade, economics, scientific technology, and energy. China, a key player in the group, has implemented measures to ensure fair distribution of its gains through regional cooperation and integration. China has proposed the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) to boost economic cooperation and connectivity in the SCO... Details
    SCO, China, Multilateral, Regional, Cooperation
    (1) Hameed Ullah Khan
    PhD. Scholar, Department of Politics and IR, International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Shan Zeb
    M.Phil, Department of Political Science, Hazara University, Mansehra, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Mutaseem Billah
    BS International Relations, Department of Politics and IR, International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan.
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