Who We Are
CENTRE FOR AEROSPACE & SECURITY STUDIES
The “Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies” (CASS) is an independent think tank located in Islamabad, Pakistan. CASS is unique in its specialization of Aerospace, as the only think tank in Pakistan to carry out systematic research in the domain. The aerospace sector is a key driver behind globalization, playing a pivotal role in national security, economic development and in supporting long-term economic growth to facilitate a country’s integration into the global economy.
Our Mission
To provide independent insight and analysis on aerospace and international security issues, of both an immediate and long-term concern; and to inform the discourse of policymakers, academics, and practitioners through a diverse range of detailed research outputs disseminated through both direct and indirect engagement on a regular basis.
Our Vision
To serve as a thought leader in the aerospace and security domains globally, providing thinkers and policymakers with independent, comprehensive and multifaceted insight on aerospace and security issues.
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
OUR RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS
Opinion Articles
Surveillance and National Interests: Privacy for Me, but Not for Thee!
Issue Papers
Reconceptualising Strategic Thought: The Case of Pakistan
Military’s Guide to Artificial Intelligence
Traffic, Urbanisation & Road Safety: A Case Study of Pakistan
Working Papers
Automating Warfare: Implications of Lethal Autonomous Weapons on the Battlefield
SOCIAL MEDIA UPDATES
CASS EVENTS
Role of New & Emerging Technologies in Comprehensive National Security
This seminar aims at examining the formulation of policies and implementation strategies for investing in the development of newer technologies to achieve
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KSA-Iran Rapprochement and its Implications: Way Forward for Pakistan
The Chinese-initiated agreement between Iran and Saudi Arabia signed in Beijing on 10 March 2023 to restore diplomatic relations has far-reaching implications for Middle East politics.
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Activist Retail Investors and the Future of Financial Markets
Contemporary financial markets have been characterised by sociocultural phenomena such as ‘meme stocks,’ the GameStop short squeeze, and ‘You Only Live Once (YOLO)’ trading
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