Muhammad Wasama Khalid

Muhammad Wasama Khalid is a Correspondent and Researcher at Global Affairs. He is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in International Relations at National Defense University, Pakistan.

Assessing the Threat of Armed Rebellion in Pakistan: Implications for National Security and Stability

The ongoing phenomenon of armed rebellion against the state in Pakistan has emerged as a critical subject of apprehension for both the nation and...

Gwadar Port and CPEC: Transforming Baluchistan’s Economy for Future Generations

Baluchistan's Gwadar Port and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) are playing increasingly important roles in the region's growth and change. The Gwadar Port in...

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The Heartland vs. the Rimland: Decoding India and China’s Indian Ocean Rivalry

Heartland vs. Rimland in the Indian Ocean: China pushes from Africa’s interior outward, India builds trust along the ocean’s rim. Two strategies, one arena—shaping the IOR’s future in radically different ways.

The Algorithmic Shadow Economy

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AI-Driven Trade Wars: From Semiconductors to Data Sovereignty

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India-Afghanistan Trade Relations: Opportunities and Challenges

India–Afghanistan trade revival: new air links, Chabahar momentum, and tariff cuts open fresh opportunities — but logistics, sanctions, and regional tensions still pose tough challenges to unlocking full potential.