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01 - Factors Hindering the Formulation of a Comprehensive National Security Policy in

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).01
10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).01      Published : Dec 2024

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    The government of Pakistan launched its first National Security Policy on January 14, 2022, and there has been no security policy in Pakistan in written form since its inception. However, it is claimed to be the first-ever national security policy (2022-2026) of Pakistan. This policy is called a comprehensive policy because it has combined various policies like economic policy, internal policy, fo... Details

    Policy Formulation, Geo-Political Constraints, Governance Issues, Instability, Economic Security Challenges

    (1) Rani Zain
    Lecturer, Department of Political Science, Women University Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Ibrahim
    BS Scholar, Department of International Relations, National Defense University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
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02 - Estimation and Causes of Informal Economy in Pakistan

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).02
10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).02      Published : Dec 2024

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    This study purposes to estimate the Pakistan’s informal economy by indirect methods and estimate the causes behind the informal economy. Ordinary least square is used for estimation of causes behind the informal economy. From GDP approach, conclude that informal economy is increasing while employment approach shows decreasing informal economy. The estimated result shows tax evasion is the ma... Details

    Informal Economy, Indirect Approaches, GDP Approach, Formal Economy

    (1) Rohina Khan
    Mphil scholar, Department of Economics, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Nadeem Iqbal
    Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Aisha Rehman
    PhD Scholar Department of Economics, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
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03 - Historical Analysis of Environmental Degradation in Pakistan: A Narrative Review

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).03
10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).03      Published : Dec 2024

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    The degradation of the environment in Pakistan has become worse through historical, socio-economic, and geopolitical interactions. This narrative review considers burning issues like deforestation, water shortage, and soil and water pollution, which can be linked to colonialism, industrial change, and urbanization. The review is an analysis that takes into consideration the political ecology appro... Details

    Environmental Degradation, Pakistan, Political Ecology, Sustainability, Deforestation

    (1) Muhammad Rafiq-uz-Zaman
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Education, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Nimra Khalid
    MS (Environmental Science), Department of Hostels, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Shumaila Shafi
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Education, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
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04 - An Analytical Study of Semiotic Perspectives in Simpsons’ Seasons: Fiction

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).04
10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).04      Published : Dec 2024

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    Language plays an indispensable role in human communication. It has many forms, and each form has specific goals. This research explores the intricate interplay of semiotic elements within the iconic animated television series, Simpsons, across multiple seasons. Language in its multiple manifestations can also play a significant role in determining the relation between fiction and reality. The res... Details

    Fiction, Reality, Semiotics, Predictions, Simpsons

    (1) Nida Wafa
    Lecturer, Department of English, Sir Syed School and College Campus-4, Wah Cantt, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Abdullah
    Associate Professor/HoD, Department of English Linguistics and Literature, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Tehreem Shoukat
    Senior Teacher, Department of English, Army Public Schools, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Pakistan.
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05 - Political Engagement of Youth on Facebook & Twitter: A Case Study of Pakista

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).05
10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).05      Published : Dec 2024

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    This study investigates the political engagement of youth on Facebook and Twitter with a particular focus on the dynamics of political polarization. Facebook and Twitter play a significant role in shaping political discourse, particularly among the younger demographic. In Pakistan, engagement of youth on these platforms is crucial for comprehending the broader political landscape. The research emp... Details

    Youth Engagement, Political Polarization, Facebook, Twitter, Pakistan, Political Discourse, Case Study, Online Behavior

    (1) Sajid Nawaz Abbasi
    PhD Scholar, Department of Mass Communication, Allama Iqbal Open University. Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Babar Hussain Shah
    Assistant Professor, Department of Mass Communication, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
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06 - The Shift of Power from The US Decline to China’s Rise in Africa: The Geopo

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).06
10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).06      Published : Dec 2024

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    Africa has emerged as the focal point of the growing international competition between China and the United States in recent years. This study examines how power is changing in Africa, emphasizing China's expanding influence despite the United States' declining influence.  The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which has altered Africa's infrastructure and economic landscape, is crucial to this ... Details

    U.S.-China Influence, African Geopolitics, Economic and Political Influence, Nigeria

    (1) Zosha Noor
    M.Phil. Scholar, Department of International Relations, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Saqib
    PhD Scholar, Department of International Relations, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Imran Wakil
    Assistant Professor (OPS), Department of International Relations, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
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07 - Navigating Fiscal Federalism in Pakistan: Balancing Decentralization and Economi

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).07
10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-IV).07      Published : Dec 2024

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    This paper critically examines Pakistan’s fiscal federalism and highlights the challenges posed by the 18th Constitutional Amendment 2010. The research is contextualized within the broader theoretical framework of fiscal federalism. Although intended to decentralize power and grant fiscal autonomy to provinces, the amendment has created structural fiscal issues, especially within the Nationa... Details

    Fiscal Federalism, 18th Constitutional Amendment, Fiscal Decentralization, Fiscal Autonomy, Economic Instability, National Finance Commission Award

    (1) Muhammad Asif Raza
    Public Policy Practitioner, Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS), Pakistan.
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