Peace Through Strength: China’s Message at the 80th V-Day Parade

By Qaiser Nawab, Chairman BRISD China held a grand military parade in Beijing on September 3, 2025, to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The event was not only a solemn commemoration of a historic triumph but also a … Read more

China’s V-Day Parade for Regional Unity and Global Security

By Qaiser Nawab, Chairman BRISD China held a grand military parade in Beijing on September 3, 2025, to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The event was not only a solemn commemoration of a historic triumph but also a … Read more

SCO’s New Era in Tianjin: Tech, Trust, and Expanding Horizons

By Qaiser Nawab, Chairman, BRISD In late August 2025, the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit unfolded in Tianjin not with thunderous declarations, but through a deliberate weaving of new vectors of cooperation. Against a backdrop of global turbulence—from regional conflicts to rising protectionism—the summit emerged as a concerto of subtle but strategic advancement. Digital … Read more

How SCO agri-tech partnerships are feeding growth

By Qaiser Nawab, Chairman BRISD In the heat of Islamabad, Abdul Ghaffar Shar is busy making calls and finalizing schedules. A major B2B forum is about to take place in Beijing alongside the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, and Shar is helping Pakistani firms secure a spot. For him, it’s more than just another business trip—it’s … Read more

SCO Summit in a Shifting World: Pragmatism Amid Turbulence

The 25th Heads of State Council meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) convenes in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1, marking a critical moment in Eurasian diplomacy. With more than 20 world leaders and delegations from 10 international organizations in attendance, this summit comes at a time of deepening global uncertainty and a … Read more

The SCO Summit in Tianjin: Shaping a New Geopolitical Order

By Poshmala Nadeem The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, scheduled to take place in Tianjin, China, between August 31 and September 1, is much more than an ordinary diplomatic meeting. It is a test of the strength of Eurasian multilateralism when the world is experiencing increasing fragmentation of global governance, geopolitical polarization, and growing economic … Read more

Urgent Humanitarian Appeal

Support Flood-Affected Communities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan The devastating floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have left thousands of families displaced, homes destroyed, and livelihoods washed away. Entire communities are struggling for survival, with urgent needs for food, clean water, shelter, healthcare, and long-term rehabilitation. At the Global Strategic Institute for Sustainable Development (GSISD), we believe in … Read more

International Conference on Science, Technology, and Innovation for Sustainable Development (Online)

Science, technology, and innovation (STI) play a vital role in shaping the future of our world. From tackling with the issue of climate change and ensuring of energy security to improving healthcare and bridging economic disparities, STI drives towards progress across all the aspects of life. By integrating STI with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) … Read more