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Some recent developments pertinent to key topics in the CSS:

1. Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations

Reopening of Torkham Border Crossing:
After nearly a month-long closure due to clashes between Pakistani and Afghan security forces, the Torkham border crossing has been reopened. This crossing is vital for trade and travel between the two nations, and its closure had caused significant disruptions. The reopening aims to resume transit trade and ease the supply situation.

_Pressure on Afghan Refugees:_ Human Rights Watch reports that Pakistan is increasing pressure on Afghan refugees to return to Afghanistan, where they face potential persecution by the Taliban and severe economic hardships. Pakistan has set a March 31 deadline for deporting foreigners living illegally in the country, primarily affecting Afghans.

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2. Internal Security Challenges

Surge in Militant Attacks:
Pakistan's Prime Minister has called for national unity among political leaders to combat militants following a surge in deadly attacks. This includes a brutal train hijacking by separatists in Balochistan that resulted in the killing of 26 hostages and 33 attackers. The National Security Committee emphasized the need for strategic political resolve and better governance to counter terrorism.

3. Economic Developments

Tax Regime Critique:
Pakistan's tax system has been criticized as anti-growth, anti-investment, anti-documentation, and inequitable. Without fundamental reforms, there are concerns that the current tax regime could drive the country's formal sector towards decline.

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4. International Relations

US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Cooperation:
The United States has emphasized the importance of its counterterrorism partnership with Pakistan following the arrest and extradition of a Daesh-K operative allegedly involved in a 2021 attack on Kabul airport. This highlights ongoing collaboration in addressing regional security threats.

Global Terrorim Index Ranking 2025

Reports and articles on women in Pakistan ⬇️

https://datatopics.worldbank.org/dataviz/girls-education-pakistan/

https://tribune.com.pk/story/2532948/pakistan-ranks-second-last-in-global-gender-equality-index

https://asiapacific.unwomen.org/en/digital-library/publications/2024/06/national-report-on-the-status-of-women-in-pakistan

https://thediplomat.com/2025/03/violence-against-women-is-widespread-in-pakistan/

https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2025/country-chapters/pakistan #:~:text=low%2Dincome%20communities.-,Violence%20against%20Women%20and%20Girls,-Violence%20against%20women

Five major challenges to girls’ education in Pakistan Educating girls has a myriad of benefits ranging from greater empowerment and economic opportunities to improved health outcomes and reduced poverty. In Pakistan, school-age children, especially girls, lack quality educational access and attainment.

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Pakistan in numbers- Key Stats on Education

Starting a new series: "Pakistan in Numbers"
Part 1- Important facts on the population of Pakistan

The Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission launched Pakistan’s first indigenous Electro-Optical (EO-1) satellite on Friday from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in northern China.

This type of satellite uses electro-optical sensors to collect data and images of the Earth’s surface by detecting and measuring reflected sunlight or emitted radiation.

The PRSC-EO1 satellite will boost Pakistan’s ability to monitor and manage natural resources, respond to disasters and improve urban planning and agricultural development, Suparco said in a statement.

“This remarkable milestone marks a giant leap forward in Pakistan’s journey toward self-reliance and technological excellence in space exploration,” the agency said.

Read more: https://www.dawn.com/news/1885863