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Dr. Patrick Austin

Dr. Patrick Austin holds a PhD in International Politics from the University of London, specializing in terrorism and counterterrorism affairs with a focus on South Asian security dynamics. Dr. Austin has worked with prominent policy institutions such as the Centre for South Asian Studies, the International Centre for Counter-Terrorism, and the South Asia Institute.
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Afghanistan’s Failure to Curb Terrorism and Its Consequences

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Afghanistan’s failure to curb terrorism is fueling regional instability. By harboring TTP and other militants, Kabul undermines its credibility and endangers Pakistan’s security and its own fragile stability.
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Understanding the Zero-Tolerance Policy of Pakistan on Terrorism

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Pakistan’s security forces uphold a zero-tolerance stance on terrorism. The recent elimination of 10 Khawarij militants in Upper Dir signals the state’s firm resolve to defend peace and stability.

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Maduro’s Capture: The Rise of Might-Makes-Right International Order?

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The Russian Far East and China: Turning a Resource Periphery into a Gateway for Growth

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The Tiny Chips Shaping Our World: AI and the New Geography of Power

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Japan’s F-2 Fighter and the Challenge of Co-Developing Defense Capabilities with South Korea

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Japan’s F-2 shows co-development fails when power is asymmetric. Today, Japan–South Korea symmetry and shared threats create a rare chance to jointly build real deterrence—quietly, modularly, and beyond symbolism.
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Greenland, and the Arctic Turn in U.S. Policy

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Greenland is no longer just a partner—it’s a test. U.S. appointments signal an Arctic turn from consent to power, forcing Denmark, Europe, and Nuuk to defend self-determination against strategic coercion.

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