Understanding Pakistan in an Age of Geopolitical Transformation
To advance rigorous research, strategic dialogue, and policy foresight on Pakistan's evolving role in a changing regional and global order.
We convene scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to interpret Pakistan’s evolving strategic choices across security, economic, and cultural dimensions.
Our research translates geopolitical analysis into actionable guidance for individuals and institutions shaping the region’s future.
How can Pakistan strengthen its institutions, harness the opportunities arising from Asia’s rise, traverse an increasingly competitive global order, adapt to technological disruption, and build a resilient society capable of shaping its own future?
SIPEG studies the interaction between governance, geopolitics, technology, and society in shaping Pakistan’s future—explaining how global transformations shape Pakistan and how Pakistan can shape its future.
Analytical spotlights drawn from SIPEG’s latest scholarship.
This study explores the complex relationship between Islam and nationalism in Pakistan, focusing on the rise of Dawat-ul-Irshad and Lashkar-e-Taiba. The paper examines how these …
Pakistan’s geostrategic location has made it a country of pivotal importance from the Cold War to the present day. Geography not only shapes Pakistan’s foreign policy, but also its …
Pakistan was born as a pluralist society and, in reality, continues to be vibrant and diverse—ethnically, linguistically, culturally and in terms of the understanding of these …
Meet the scholars leading SIPEG’s research and engagement platforms.
Leads SIPEG’s strategic direction across research, advisory, stakeholder engagement, collaborations and on redefining Pakistan’s evolving role in a changing world.
Email Professor Dr. Saeed Shafqat
Advises on science, technology, education, and curriculum development needs of Pakistan in the 21st Century.
Email Dr. Mariam Saeed Shafqat
Advises on finance and risk management, specializing in macro-financial analysis, Pakistan and emerging economies, connecting macro trends to board-level decision-making.
Email Dr. Tayyeb ShabbirCelebrate the launch of the new SIPEG website with a walkthrough of features, content, and upcoming research and events.
Opportunities and risk management delivered through SIPEG’s consulting practice and partner consortium.
Opportunity and risk scans, governance and regulatory assessments, scenario planning, and executive briefings tailored to Pakistan and the region.
Workshops, tabletop exercises, collaborative research, and expat engagement to build capacity and link insight to action.
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