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Imran Khan

Person · Journalist · Pakistan · 187 dispatches indexed · last seen Jun 23, 2026
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International Relations
Pakistan’s Structural Relevance in a Fragmenting Regional Order

Pakistan maintains outsized geopolitical influence despite domestic instability because it sits at the intersection of South Asia, Central Asia, the Gulf, and China, making it structurally relevant to major powers including the US, China, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Turkey seeking regional stability and influence.

Geopolitical Monitor · May 21
Geopolitical Politics
Asia

Asia faces polarized politics, economic issues, and security threats amid government changes and elections.

The Economist · May 16
International Relations
Pakistan: Unexpected Host of U.S.–Iranian Talks

Pakistan emerged as a crucial mediator between the United States and Iran following February's Operation Epic Fury, with Field Marshal Asim Munir facilitating negotiations on sanctions relief, the Strait of Hormuz, and nuclear weapons while strengthening Pakistan's international standing.

Substack · Jun 11
International Relations
Pakistan’s Diplomatic Pivot Makes It a Trump-Era Power Player

Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir orchestrated a diplomatic pivot leveraging the nation's regional geography to improve U.S. relations after the Afghanistan withdrawal, positioning Pakistan as a Trump-era power broker mediating U.S.-Iran peace talks while countering Chinese dominance concerns.

Foreign Policy · Jun 1
Geopolitical Conflict
Pakistan’s High-Wire Act Gets Riskier

Pakistan deployed 8,000 troops and military assets to Saudi Arabia under their mutual defense pact, complicating its efforts to maintain neutrality with Iran and mediate the regional conflict while managing delicate diplomatic balances.

Foreign Policy · May 21
Geopolitical Politics
How Mumbai views Marathi mandate

Mumbai commuters prioritize safe rides over language, opposing the Marathi mandate.

Indian Express · May 18
International Relations
Will Ukraine become an EU member?

Ukraine initiated EU membership negotiations this week, seeking security guarantees amid ongoing Russian conflict, though it must complete reforms including anti-corruption measures before potential acceptance into the bloc.

Al Jazeera · Jun 17
Geopolitical Politics
Doing a Khawaja Asif

Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's Defence Minister, does nothing substantial in his role.

Countercurrents · May 17