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ISSI Celebrates 52nd Anniversary, Committed to Supporting National Policymaking

Strategic Insights

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The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) marked its 52nd anniversary with a ceremony attended by key government officials, diplomats, and think-tank representatives. The event celebrated ISSI's legacy as a leading policy research and strategic thought institution, reaffirming its commitment to supporting national policymaking through informed research and analysis. Director General ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood highlighted the importance of adaptive diplomacy, sustained vigilance in the face of potential regional threats, and continued efforts toward political stability, internal security, and economic progress.

Key Takeaways:

  • ISSI celebrated its 52nd anniversary with a ceremony attended by Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Foreign Secretary Ambassador Amna Baloch, and other dignitaries.
  • Director General ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood emphasized the importance of adaptive diplomacy, sustained vigilance, and continued efforts toward economic progress.
  • ISSI has strengthened its research-policy bridge role, with nearly 100 institutional partnerships and active engagement with youth and global counterparts.
  • Over the past year, the Institute held more than 165 events, published over 180 issue briefs, and hosted international dialogues on various themes.
  • ISSI's events and publications have addressed topics such as the global order, major power dynamics, CPEC, climate change, critical emerging technologies, and the Jammu and Kashmir dispute.
  • Ambassador Mahmood acknowledged the collective efforts of Pakistan's political and military leadership, diplomats, civil society, media, and youth in defending national interests.

Statistics:

  • ISSI held over 165 events in the past year.
  • The Institute published over 180 issue briefs during the same period.
  • ISSI hosted international dialogues on various themes, including the global order, CPEC, climate change, and the Jammu and Kashmir dispute.
  • The Institute has near 100 institutional partnerships and active engagement with youth and global counterparts.
  • ISSI has contributed significantly to policy formulation, with a growing number of policymakers and stakeholders engaging with the Institute's research and analysis.

Sources:

  • Press release from ISSI on the 52nd anniversary ceremony.
  • Remarks by Director General ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood during the ceremony.

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