Editor-In-Chief
Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram
Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram is a highly experienced expert in international relations, focusing on Geo-Strategic affairs, the Belt & Road Initiative, and the Eurasian Region. He currently serves as the Executive Director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future (PRCCSF), Islamabad.
With over three decades of experience, he has. held strategic and operational roles in various Government institutions, demonstrating a strong understanding policy planning, international diplomacy and geo strategic affairs. As an International Relations expert/visiting faculty member, he is associated with various renowned research institutions/universities in Pakistan, China, Russia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Hungary, Romania, Türkiye, Kazakhstan, Egypt and Indonesia. He holds various prestigious positions, including Director of the International Academic Network for a Community with Shared Future at the Communication University of China and International Research Fellow at the Oriental Business and Innovation Center in Hungary. His contributions have been recognized through multiple accolades and awards, including PRCCSF being named the “Outstanding Research Center” and Mr. Khalid receiving the “Outstanding Individual Contribution Award” from the Communication University of China for three consecutive years – 2021, 2022, and 2023.
He has also received the prestigious ‘Oltin Qalam’ (Golden Pen) award for the year 2022 from the Creative Union of Journalists of Uzbekistan, Government of Uzbekistan, in recognition of his exceptional efforts in promoting regional connectivity. In July 2023, Economic Scientific Research Institute (ESRI), Government of Republic of Azerbaijan declared Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram as winner of the Republican and International Scientific and practical article competition, titled “A State with a strong economy is capable of everything”. In addition, the University of the Punjab bestowed him with “Citation of Honor” in year 2021 and the Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University (SBBWU), Peshawar also bestowed him with “Citation of Honor” in year 2024, for his dedicated efforts rendered towards establishment of Regional Integration Center (RIC) and Regional Connectivity Centre (RCC) respectively in these two important public sector Universities in Pakistan.
Mr. Khalid Taimur’s extensive expertise in international relations has had a significant impact on fostering strong relationships and promoting mutual understanding among countries.
Managing Editor
Mr. Malik M. Shafiq
With 25 years of expertise in history, political science and current affairs, he is recognized as an authority on the National Issues, Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), China, Climate Change, and Central Asia. His insightful articles have graced the pages of numerous esteemed newspapers, reflecting his deep knowledge and analysis of regional and global dynamics.
Notably, he contributes regularly to Daily Nawaiwaqt with a column titled “Sareer-e-Qalam” where he digs into critical issues shaping contemporary discourse. His comprehensive understanding and extensive experience in these pivotal areas present his impactful contributions to scholarly and public discourse alike, shaping perspectives and fostering informed dialogue on pressing global issues.
