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Download In the wake of the Pahalgam attack, India baselessly alleged Pakistan’s involvement and unilaterally declared the Indus Waters Treaty, 1960 (“IWT”) to be held in “abeyance.” However, the IWT contains no provision for such an action. Under international law—particularly the Vienna Convention…

Newspaper Article by Amna Ejaz Rafi 05/06/2025

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CPEC Extension to Afghanistan: Boosting Regional Cooperation

Trilateral talks push to extend CPEC to Afghanistan, boosting regional connectivity, economic growth, and joint efforts against terrorism in South Asia The trilateral meeting between the Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and China in Beijing (May 21, 2025) called for extending the…

Newspaper Article by Amna Ejaz Rafi 15/05/2025

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India’s Failed Aggression: Pakistan’s Military Response And The Rise Of Regional Connectivity

Pakistan's decisive military response countered India's aggression, reinforced regional sovereignty, and highlighted the strength of Pakistan-China ties in promoting peace and connectivity India’s attempt to challenge Pakistan’s sovereignty has been countered by Pakistan’s impeccable defence. India, in a cowardly attempt, targeted mosques…

Policy Brief by IPRI 08/05/2025

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Indo-Pak Standoff and Pakistan’s Response

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Policy Brief by Maham Naweed 08/05/2025

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Legal Case Against India’s Abeyance of the Indus Waters Treaty

Download In recent days, there have been attempts to put legal flesh on the bones of India’s declared policy of holding the Indus Waters Treaty in “abeyance”. These initiatives have taken the form of seemingly coordinated published pieces by Indian authors that advance…

Policy Brief by Maham Naweed 18/04/2025

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Indus Waters Treaty and the Myth of Fundamental Change – A Legal and Policy Assessment

Download India is pushing for modification of the Indus Waters Treaty (“IWT”), a long-standing water-sharing instrument between India and Pakistan. However, its arguments—based on population growth and climate change—fail to meet the legal criteria under international law for invoking the doctrine of rebus…

Policy Brief by Maham Naweed 21/02/2025

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Responding to Water Blockades: Pakistan’s Recourse Under International Law

Download The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), signed in 1960 between Pakistan and India, defines water-sharing rights by allocating the Eastern Rivers to India and granting Pakistan control over the Western Rivers, while permitting India limited non-consumptive use under strict regulations. Recent Indian efforts…

Policy Brief by Maham Naweed 24/01/2025

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Holding India Accountable: Pakistan’s Legal Options under International Law to Address Covert Killings by India

Download killings conducted by India within Pakistan has escalated tensions in the region, with disturbing implications for Pakistan’s sovereignty and regional security. Since 2021, a series of assassinations, attributed to India’s intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), has targeted individuals associated…

Policy Brief by Maham Naweed 03/06/2024

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Destruction of Religious Sites in India: A Legal Overview

Download The destruction of religious sites in India is a complex and deeply troubling issue. It stems from various factors such as religious intolerance, political agendas, communal tensions and acts of terrorism. These demolitions of religious sites, raise serious questions about violations of…

Policy Brief by Shahzeb Usman 20/05/2024

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Basmati Rice and Geographical Indications: Options for Pakistan

Download In the last ten years, India and Pakistan have been in a tug of war for the Geographical Indication (‘GI’) of Basmati rice. GI is very similar to trademarks as it relates to the quality and characteristics that can be only attributable…

Purported “Abeyance” of The Indus Waters Treaty – Legal Options on The Way Forward

CPEC Extension to Afghanistan: Boosting Regional Cooperation

India’s Failed Aggression: Pakistan’s Military Response And The Rise Of Regional Connectivity

Indo-Pak Standoff and Pakistan’s Response

Legal Case Against India’s Abeyance of the Indus Waters Treaty

Indus Waters Treaty and the Myth of Fundamental Change – A Legal and Policy Assessment

Responding to Water Blockades: Pakistan’s Recourse Under International Law

Holding India Accountable: Pakistan’s Legal Options under International Law to Address Covert Killings by India

Destruction of Religious Sites in India: A Legal Overview

Basmati Rice and Geographical Indications: Options for Pakistan

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