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Pakistan's current export profile is characterized by a high degree of concentration in a narrow set of products such as primary and intermediate goods. The country has historically remained import-intensive with a weak exportable surplus, especially in value-added variety. The basket of…
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Many digital platforms exploit their consumers by using such deceitful tactics to extract data which they further use to assert market dominance. They use this dominance to extract mire data much more effectively and sub-consciously. Consumer protection and data protection laws are…
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After World War I, the winning alliance decided to partition the Ottoman Empire. They decided to divide the conquered nations among themselves. The Palestinian region was taken over by the British. In 1918, the League of Nations accepted the British mandate over…
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International law is built on the foundation of sovereignty, a pillar of which is state consent. A state’s legal obligations are overwhelmingly, though not exclusively, based on its consent to be bound. The ICJ and ICC, in all likelihood, will be ineffective…
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Pakistan stands at a crucial juncture, facing economic, environmental, and demographic challenges that can reshape its future. Pakistan's economy is precariously balanced due to years of inconsistent policies, a lack of forward-thinking, and entrenched corruption throughout successive political regimes. Despite its latent…
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Smuggling under the guise of Afghan Transit Trade is a major issue for Pakistan. For this purpose, Pakistan is imposing stringent conditions which include a bank guarantee from Afghan traders. The brief shall provide a perspective from international law as well as…
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Judiciary in any country is pivotal for the protection of fundamental rights especially in times when authoritarian regimes are ruling a country. Latin America is part of Global South and suffered colonization. Like all regions which suffered colonization, it also has a…
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For now, Israel appears to be aiming to destroy Gaza’s infrastructure, push the population towards the Egyptian Sinai, and go after Hamas by destroying its underground tunnels. However, it does not have a clear exit strategy or a post-war future plan. It…
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This brief highlights critical issues and recommendations concerning juvenile justice in Pakistan. It addresses shortcomings in the Juvenile Justice System Act of 2018 (JJSA), including judicial discretion, inadequate definitions, and challenges in implementing its provisions. Furthermore, it emphasizes the need for specialized…
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This brief attempt lays down the features of the Generalized Scheme of Preferences (GSP+ scheme) and Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) and the need to enter into Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the European Union and England, in the context of Pakistan.…