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Destroys its own country

By: Masood Hussain Geffery  A government can destroy its own  country through a combination of policies, actions, and inactions that undermine the nation's economic, social, and political stability. This can include: - Corruption and mismanagement, leading to economic stagnation and inequality - Suppression of political opposition and dissent, resulting in social unrest and human rights violations - Misallocation of resources, prioritizing military spending or pet projects over essential public services and infrastructure - Ignoring or exacerbating environmental degradation and climate change - Implementing harmful economic policies, such as printing excessive money, leading to hyperinflation - Fostering divisions and sectarianism, creating social and ethnic tensions - Neglecting education, healthcare, and social welfare, exacerbating poverty and inequality - Alienating international partners and allies, leading to diplomatic isolation and economic sanctions These factors can culmi...

Relationship between US and Iran

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By: Masood Hussain Geffery  Here are some key points about the relationship between the U.S. and Iran ¹ ² ³ ⁴ ⁵: - Since 1980, the United States and Iran have had no formal diplomatic relations. - Iran and the United States have a tumultuous history, including the CIA-backed coup in Iran in 1953, the Iran hostage crisis in 1979 and the U.S. drone strike that killed top Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani in 2020. - The United States attributes the worsening of relations to the Iran hostage crisis, human rights abuses, Iran's anti-Western ideology and its nuclear program. - Iran has said that the natural conflict between the Islamic system and the oppressive power of the U.S. is to blame for the poor relationship, as well as U.S. support for Israel. - In 2015, the United States led successful negotiations for a nuclear deal, the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, which placed substantial limits on Iran's nuclear program. - In 2018, the Trump administration withdrew from...

Is Pakistan able to climate change?

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By: Masood Hussain Geffery  Pakistan is vulnerable to climate change due to its geography and economic conditions. Here's a snapshot of Pakistan's understanding and response to climate change: Understanding Climate Change 1. *Awareness*: Pakistan has made progress in raising awareness about climate change, with various government departments, NGOs, and media outlets actively promoting climate education. 2. *Research and development*: Pakistani research institutions and universities are conducting studies on climate change impacts, vulnerability, and adaptation. 3. *Climate policy framework*: Pakistan has established a climate policy framework, including the National Climate Change Policy (2012) and the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement. Climate Change Impacts in Pakistan 1. *Extreme weather events*: Pakistan is prone to extreme weather events like heatwaves, floods, droughts, and cyclones. 2. *Water scarcity*: Climate change is exacerbating wa...