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Call for papers: Volume 5, Issue 2 of the Journal of Peace and Diplomacy (JPD)
Call for papers: Volume 5, Issue 2 of the Journal of Peace and Diplomacy (JPD)
By Farhat Asif (PhD)
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Call for papers: Volume 5, Issue 2 of the Journal of Peace and Diplomacy (JPD)
Call for papers: Volume 5, Issue 2 of the Journal of Peace and Diplomacy (JPD)
By Farhat Asif (PhD)
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Published: Journal of Peace and Diplomacy (JPD): Vol 5, Issue 1 (Summer 2024).
Published: Journal of Peace and Diplomacy (JPD): Vol 5, Issue 1 (Summer 2024).
By Farhat Asif (PhD)
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PhD dissertation on Pakistan’s Membership of Shanghai Cooperation Organization: Opportunities and Scope of Public Diplomacy
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Mphil Defense and Strategic Studies 2004-2007 QAU, Islamabad
Course work: Complete first Division
Thesis: Complete 83%
Title: "Pakistan's Relations with Central Asian States in post Cold War Era"
Supervise by: Dr Tahir Amin -
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Activities and Societies: Vice President, QAU International Relations Society.
Masters in International Relations
Licenses & Certifications
Publications
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Culture and People to People Ties in SCO
The Daily Times
The recent 24th SCO Heads of States summit of in Astana has made significant strides in highlighting the key issues including security, economic cooperation and emphasizing on the importance of cultural, people to people exchanges and humanitarian exchanges as vital components of the Shanghai Sprit, a vision that is the essence of SCO. These important cooperation elements under the SCO are the core of the organization’s strategy in fostering unity and mutual understanding among its diverse…
The recent 24th SCO Heads of States summit of in Astana has made significant strides in highlighting the key issues including security, economic cooperation and emphasizing on the importance of cultural, people to people exchanges and humanitarian exchanges as vital components of the Shanghai Sprit, a vision that is the essence of SCO. These important cooperation elements under the SCO are the core of the organization’s strategy in fostering unity and mutual understanding among its diverse member states. In a world marked by increasing polarization and geopolitical tensions, the emphasis on cultural diplomacy and humanitarian initiatives within the SCO is a progressive approach in building a cohesive regional identity and promoting peaceful coexistence for a shared future.
Read here https://dailytimes.com.pk/1207588/cultural-and-people-to-people-ties-in-sco/ -
Book Chapter: "CPEC-10 Years of Evaluation of Security Challenges" SWOT Analysis of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor"
China Study Centre, University of Peshawar
This paper evaluates China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) over a decade, positioned within the broader Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) framework. Examining the project's progression, the study meticulously scrutinizes a spectrum of national, regional, and global geostrategic and geopolitical security challenges that have shaped its trajectory. Delving into the
historical context, the paper illuminates the bilateral relationship between China and Pakistan,
spanning seven decades, marked…This paper evaluates China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) over a decade, positioned within the broader Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) framework. Examining the project's progression, the study meticulously scrutinizes a spectrum of national, regional, and global geostrategic and geopolitical security challenges that have shaped its trajectory. Delving into the
historical context, the paper illuminates the bilateral relationship between China and Pakistan,
spanning seven decades, marked by defense cooperation, economic collaborations, and strategic
alliances. Drawing from a rich array of primary and secondary sources, the research analyzes the
evolution of security challenges, encompassing terrorism, regional rivalries, and geopolitical tensions.
Initiated in 2013 under the BRI, CPEC has undergone a transformative evolution and has made
substantial contributions towards reshaping the economic landscape of Pakistan however CPEC faced
security challenges stemming from extremism, insurgency, and regional tensions. The analysis
systematically unpacks the diverse array of challenges faced by the initiative. The geopolitical
ramifications are then explored, engendering geopolitical tensions, especially with India, the role of
security challenges from Afghanistan, and the US-China rivalry. This paper offers valuable insights into
the complex security challenges surrounding CPEC, drawing attention to the broader implications for
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Pakistan and China in SCO: The Realization of Mutual Potential
China in World and Regional Politics. History and Modernity-Institute of Far East Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences (IFES RAS)
This paper acknowledges that Pakistan and China keep close strategic ties and cooperate in diverse directions within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). It argues that whether Pakistan and China cooperate at a bilateral or multilateral level, the net result does not remain limited to
both states alone but positively affects other SCO member states. It identifies specific areas of bilateral cooperation which yielded regional impacts where China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)…This paper acknowledges that Pakistan and China keep close strategic ties and cooperate in diverse directions within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). It argues that whether Pakistan and China cooperate at a bilateral or multilateral level, the net result does not remain limited to
both states alone but positively affects other SCO member states. It identifies specific areas of bilateral cooperation which yielded regional impacts where China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) remains atop. The joint efforts of peace, security, and counter-terrorism are other such areas that engulf the entire SCO, including Russia, and create more space for closer cooperation at the multilateral level. Pakistan and China are receptive to the participation of Central Asian Republics in their endeavors and cement further bilateral relations with each state promoting economic and security ties. This paper further illustrates how Belt and Road Initiative and China Pakistan Economic Corridor created a possibility of mutual development and growth, invoking regional integration and promoting peace and security. The linkage between BRI initiatives in Central Asia and China Pakistan Economic Corridor in Pakistan blurs the bilateralism between China and Pakistan as part of SCO. This paper suggests that Pakistan and China capitalize on their mutual incentives of being permanent members of SCO and enable a friendly environment for mutual growth, prosperity, and a shared future along with their other SCO partner states in the region. -
Pakistan’s Membership in Shanghai Cooperation Organisation: Opportunities and Challenges
Journal of the Research Society of Pakistan
Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is completing 20 years of its existence in 2021. Established in 2001, SCO has emerged as a regional organization focusing on addressing three evils separatism, terrorism, and extremism. For the two decades, SCO has transformed from remaining only a security-centric organisation to promoting business and cultural linkages across the member countries with various initiatives. End of the Cold War and post 9/11 world has enhanced the significance of…
Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is completing 20 years of its existence in 2021. Established in 2001, SCO has emerged as a regional organization focusing on addressing three evils separatism, terrorism, and extremism. For the two decades, SCO has transformed from remaining only a security-centric organisation to promoting business and cultural linkages across the member countries with various initiatives. End of the Cold War and post 9/11 world has enhanced the significance of multilateralism and regional organizations to not only balance power but also better regional cooperation. Pakistan joined SCO as an observer member in 2004 and continued to remain in the organization after becoming a full member in 2017. Pakistan’s presence in SCO as an observer and later permanent membership of Pakistan has opened new avenues for cooperation and opportunities for Pakistan. https://www.tehqeeqat.org/english/articleDetails/20033
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Course Book: Pakistan and International Affairs
Department of History, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities Allama Iqbal Open University Islamabad
Wrote a Text Book on" 'Pakistan and International Affairs' for the Students of MA for the Department Of History , Allama Iqbal Open University(AIOU), Islamabad, one of the world's largest distant learning University in Asia. The book has been distributed across Pakistan to the students of the faculty for this semester.
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Knowing Brazil
The Diplomatic Insight
This book celebrates the 60th anniversary of the opening of the first Embassy of Brazil in Pakistan
(Karachi, 1952) and the 64th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relation between Brazil
and Pakistan (1948).
Projects
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The Diplomatic Insight
The Diplomatic Insight is a premier foreign policy magazine that I have founded in 2009 and have been writing for the past 15 years.
Honors & Awards
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Public Diplomat Laureate
Government of Uzbekistan
In recognition of outstanding public diplomacy services, Farhat Asif received the “Public Diplomat Award’ by the Decision of the Coordinating Council of the Center for Public Diplomacy of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Uzbekistan, under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Govt of Uzbekistan.
This special award for promoting people-to-people ties through education, business, media and culture.The Public diplomat Award was established by the Center for Public Diplomacy of the…In recognition of outstanding public diplomacy services, Farhat Asif received the “Public Diplomat Award’ by the Decision of the Coordinating Council of the Center for Public Diplomacy of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Uzbekistan, under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Govt of Uzbekistan.
This special award for promoting people-to-people ties through education, business, media and culture.The Public diplomat Award was established by the Center for Public Diplomacy of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Uzbekistan under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Govt of Uzbekistan.
The Award is a high-level accolade for strengthening mutual trust, interethnic and interreligious harmony, civilizational dialogue, expanding cultural and humanitarian ties between the member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, creating an atmosphere of friendly cooperation between civil society institutions, including youth, women’s organizations, promoting the main goal principles of SCO.
The Public Diplomat Award is the initiative of the Center for Public Diplomacy of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Uzbekistan under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan. The Centre awarded this Public Diplomat Award to figures of science, education, art, and culture who significantly contributed to the development of public diplomacy in the SCO member states, participants of civil society, famous men and women, and youth who have achieved outstanding achievements in various fields.
The award is also conferred to statesmen who made a significant contribution to the cooperation of the peoples of these countries, employees of the foreign affairs structures of these countries, ambassadors, representatives of international non-governmental, non-profit organizations, and employees of national-cultural centers.
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N-Peace Award in Category " Campaign For Action"
http://n-peace.net/n-peace-awards/
The N-Peace Network supports the leadership and capacity of women and men to prevent and resolve conflicts, and serve as active agents for reconstruction and peacebuilding across conflict-affected countries in Asia; Myanmar, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Afghanistan and the Philippines. The N-Peace Awards seek to recognize and profile women leaders and peace builders. The N-Peace Network is facilitated by UNDP Asia Pacific Regional Center (APRC) in partnership with the Institute for…
The N-Peace Network supports the leadership and capacity of women and men to prevent and resolve conflicts, and serve as active agents for reconstruction and peacebuilding across conflict-affected countries in Asia; Myanmar, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Afghanistan and the Philippines. The N-Peace Awards seek to recognize and profile women leaders and peace builders. The N-Peace Network is facilitated by UNDP Asia Pacific Regional Center (APRC) in partnership with the Institute for Inclusive Security.
Campaigning for Action: This award recognizes individuals who have worked at the policy and decision-making levels to advance the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda, specifically at the sub-national levels. One woman and one man across all N-Peace countries are recognized under this award.
"Farhat Asif (Pakistan) Asif embodies the title of this award; “Campaigning for Action - women and men mobilizing for peace.” N-Peace recognizes her efforts to implement the Women, Peace and Security agenda, especially on the work she undertakes touching on sensitive cross-border issues.
Languages
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English
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Urdu
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Organizations
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Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies
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