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While multiple factors have historically contributed to discrimination against religious minorities and faith-based violence in Pakistan, there have been inadequate efforts on the level of state and society to create an environment that…

This report describes Pakistan‘s efforts against militancy and terrorism, the cost and sacrifices it had paid in this campaign mainly being a US ally in the WoT, and the outcome of the war in terms of restoration of peace and security.…

The militant landscape in Pakistan has become increasingly diverse, with religiously motivated, nationalist insurgent, and sectarian groups gaining momentum. This shift has been particularly noticeable since the rise of the Taliban in…

Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS) launched its research report ‘Pakistan’s Evolving Militant Landscape: State Responses and Policy Options’ on May 16, 2024, in Islamabad. Academics, former diplomats, journalists, policy analysts,…

Pak Institute for Peace Studies convened its 12th quarterly consultation on "Afghan peace and reconciliation: Pakistan's interests and policy options" in Islamabad on March 15, 2024. The focal points of discussion encompassed "Pakistan's…

Pak Institute for Peace Studies organized 11th quarterly consultation on “Afghan peace and reconciliation: Pakistan’s interests and policy options” in Islamabad on January 18, 2024. The main themes of the consultation included ‘The changing…