Zainab Iftikhar
Research Assistant

Zainab Iftikhar
Professional Experience
Zainab Iftikhar is a Research Assistant at the Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies (CASS), Islamabad. She completed her undergraduate degree in International Relations from the National Defence University (NDU), Islamabad, Pakistan. Her research interests include Non-traditional Security and Climate Change.
Publications

Climate Change and the Linguistic Meltdown
Throughout human history, languages have woven stories, traditions, and identities for millennia. They are vessels of knowledge, carrying the wisdom of generations and providing a unique lens through which the world is perceived. Yet, as the monumental challenge of climate change grows, a lesser-known casualty emerges – the gradual erosion and extinction of languages.
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When the Harvest Drowns
In the vast tapestry of Pakistan’s diverse landscapes, another issue unfolds – the unfortunate journey from food scarcity to food insecurity. While the country boasts a rich agricultural heritage, it grapples with multifaced social, political, economic, and environmental challenges that threaten its food security.
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Fashion’s Water Footprints
In an era where fashion trends ripple across the world faster than ever before, it is crucial to examine the hidden cost of our sartorial choices. Beyond the allure of glamorous runways and chic storefronts lies a deep and often overlooked connection between
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Russia’s Nuclear Bluff
On 25 March 2023, President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia intends to station nuclear missiles in Belarus in addition to a missile system that can transport the weapons.
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The Tyranny of Small Things
The small apples of discord between the two rival powers United States (US) and China are piling up causing growing concerns about the possibility of a
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