Competitive Exams Learning zone

13/08/2026

A massive shift is rewriting the rules of the Gulf. The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement has effectively created a diplomatic ring around Iran, bringing together unexpected power players in a historic alliance. This isn’t just a regular treaty—it is a complete recalibration of regional security that will alter global politics for decades to come.
https://www.theedgeintelligence.com/articles/the-tehran-encirclement-how-the-mecca-joint-defence-agreement-rewires-the-gulf-balance-of-power

11/08/2026

Dive into this critical breakdown of the landmark Makkah Joint Defence Agreement signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye.
https://www.theedgeintelligence.com/opinions/makkah-pact-beginning-of-a-new-order-kamran-yousaf

09/08/2026

The battle for Asia's blue gold is officially on as the Brahmaputra River becomes the ultimate geopolitical flashpoint. With massive upstream dams threatening water security for over 600 million people, the region is rapidly running out of time. South Asia desperately needs a unified Himalayan Water Treaty now—before a resource crisis spirals into an unstoppable conflict.
https://www.theedgeintelligence.com/articles/brahmaputra-crisis-2026-why-south-asia-needs-a-himalayan-water-treaty-now

08/08/2026

This detailed analysis of the Indus Waters Treaty and the Brahmaputra crisis is an absolute must-read for CSS aspirants preparing for Current Affairs, International Relations, and Pakistan Affairs. It breaks down the shift toward water weaponization in South Asia, providing the exact analytical depth and core data required to build high-scoring exam arguments. Reading through these slides will help you master the strategic concepts examiners look for rather than just memorizing basic facts.
https://www.theedgeintelligence.com/articles/iwt-suspension-2025-what-indias-water-weapon-means-for-south-asia

30/07/2026

This agreement represents a rare, article-5-style mutual defense pact between two major Muslim-majority nations in the post-Cold War era. It mirrors similar defense expansions in the region, such as Qatar and Turkey's advanced military discussions. Ultimately, the pact weaves Pakistan deeply into the security grid of a region currently hosting tens of thousands of U.S. military personnel.
https://www.theedgeintelligence.com/articles/the-gulfs-new-security-architecture-why-kuwait-just-activated-its-defense-pact-with-pakistan

29/07/2026

Azad Kashmir’s Broken Bargain: An in-depth look at the regional protests, the rise of the Joint Awami Action Committee, and the security crisis surrounding the general election.
https://www.theedgeintelligence.com/articles/azad-kashmirs-broken-bargain-how-a-flour-protest-became-a-banned-movement-and-a-bloody-election

28/07/2026

Pakistan has fundamentally transformed its military architecture by introducing a new four-star command structure and phasing out its oldest military office. The elevation of Lieutenant General Syed Asim Raza to the National Strategic Command marks a major departure from decades of joint-command tradition. While the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee position historically held symbolic seniority, operational authority is shifting to meet modern deterrence demands. This historic reorganization completely redefines the balance of power across Islamabad’s armed forces.
https://www.theedgeintelligence.com/articles/restructuring-the-arsenal-pakistans-new-nuclear-command-and-the-end-of-the-cjcsc-era

27/07/2026

26/07/2026

The US-Saudi Nuclear Pact is shifting the geopolitics of non-proliferation. Is the current global framework broken, or is this the future of energy partnerships? Dive into the details of the historic Section 123 Agreement and what it means for global security.
https://www.theedgeintelligence.com/articles/us-saudi-nuclear-deal-2026-why-trumps-israel-demand-could-kill-it

25/07/2026

The $10B Question: True Motives vs. Myths. Beyond the headlines. Swipe to read the institutional account of Pakistan’s latest loan request and what it actually means for the economy.

https://www.theedgeintelligence.com/articles/pakistans-10-billion-us-loan-request-true-motives-vs-myths