For Pakistan, political and economic considerations outweigh inhumane deportation of refugees

Scapegoating an entire community only speaks to Pakistan’s lack of legislation or political will on how to deal with refugees, say rights activists.

Abdullah Zahid

· Nov 28, 2023 · 07:30 pm

‘Why repeat Manipur violence here?’: In Pakistan, protests over attack on Christians in Jaranwala

‘Blasphemy’ laws have resulted in violence against Pakistan’s minorities and are a reminder of how religion is weaponised in the country.

Abdullah Zahid

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Beena Sarwar

· Aug 22, 2023 · 11:30 am

The crackdown that followed Imran Khan’s arrest and what it means for Pakistan’s democracy

The government’s response to try the former prime minister’s supporters through military courts for violent protests will only worsen the situation.

Abdullah Zahid

· May 24, 2023 · 01:30 pm

In a neighbourhood in crisis, voices from India to Afghanistan converge on struggle for democracy

Journalists and activists at the Fourth Asma Jahangir Conference touched upon religious bigotry in India, Sri Lanka’s crisis, the Taliban and more.

Abdullah Zahid

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Beena Sarwar

· Oct 30, 2022 · 07:30 am