Diplomacy & Foreign Policy

Diplomacy & Foreign Policy – Bilateral and multilateral relations.

Mecca Joint Defence Agreement: Pakistan’s New Security Alliance and India’s Strategic Dilemma

by

Overview of the Pact On August 7, 2026, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, a landmark collective security pact. Modeled on NATO principles, the agreement declares that an attack on one member will be treated as an attack on all three. This marks a significant shift in West Asian security … Read more

Unfiltered: Is the United Nations in 2026 still relevant?

by
United Nations 2026 banner showing UN headquarters, global emblem, peacekeeping, SDGs, and General Assembly

Introduction The United Nations in 2026 continues to serve as the world’s largest multilateral organization, tasked with maintaining peace, advancing sustainable development, and protecting human rights. In 2026, the UN faces critical challenges: accelerating progress on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, addressing global conflicts, and preparing for landmark conferences on water and climate. 🏛️ … Read more