Lahore, The University of the Punjab has scheduled a public defense and viva voce examination for Ms. Zainab Iftikhar, a Ph.D. candidate in International Relations, focusing on the significant subject of India’s geopolitical strategies under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and their implications for Pakistan. The event is set to take place on March 5, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. in the Department of Political Science.

According to University of The Punjab, Ms. Iftikhar’s thesis, titled “Indian Power Game under Modi: Implications for Pakistan,” has been prepared under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Iram Khalid and Dr. Muhammad Shareh Qazi. This academic endeavor aims to shed light on the evolving dynamics of India’s foreign policy and strategic posture under its current leadership, exploring the consequential impacts on Pakistan.

This Ph.D. public defense is a significant event, inviting scholarly discussion and analysis on a topic of critical importance to South Asian politics and international relations. It reflects the university’s commitment to facilitating research that addresses pressing regional and global issues, fostering a deeper understanding of international affairs among the academic community and the public.

The defense session will provide a platform for Ms. Iftikhar to present her findings and for the academic community to engage in a constructive dialogue on the subjects of geopolitical strategy and its ramifications for bilateral relations between India and Pakistan.