US President Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia, UAE & Qatar

      Saudi Arabia has always been the apple of the eyes of Americans since its establishment in 1932. This friendship has had its ups and downs, but there has never been a break or interruption in the warm relations. All American presidents, whether Republican or Democrat, have generally preferred Saudi Arabia in their foreign trips. Just as Donald Trump started his foreign trip from Saudi Arabia in his first term, he has also started his foreign trips from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in his current term. These visits are not just formal, but important decisions are made in them. In Trump's recent visit, not only economic and defense agreements were made, but new history has been made by solving the dilemma of the legitimacy of the new Syrian revolutionary government, which was the greatest desire of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

 

        There is a long history of Shia-Sunni confrontation, war and controversy in Syria, which has probably been going on since the early stages of the conflict between the Hashemites and the Umayyads, even before the Imam of Kufa and the Emir of Syria. This same chaos continues today through the proxies of the Iranians and Saudis, which we are all aware of. The background of how the Sunni revolutionaries in Syria overthrew the Alawite government of President Bashar al-Assad under the leadership of their leader Abu Muhammad al-Julani is in front of everyone. These revolutionaries were supported perhaps even more than Turkish President Erdogan by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The Saudi Crown Prince wished that just as America had recognized the revolutionary government of al-Julani, it would also lift all previous sanctions imposed on Syria and give this revolutionary government the same status that it gives to other Arab states, including Saudi Arabia.

      During President Trump’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia, Saudi Crown Prince MBS made the US President announce that he had not only lifted all sanctions on Syria, but also initiated new relations by arranging a meeting with President Trump the next day with Mohammed al-Sharaa (al-Julani’s real name). Addressing a press conference in the presence of MBS, the US President, while thanking him for his wonderful historic welcome, considered it necessary to express a heartfelt wish and desire. In President Trump’s own words, “I have great respect for Saudi Arabia and my dream is that you will sooner or later join the Abraham Accords and recognize Israel. This would be a real honor for me.” Trump also insisted on this at the Gulf Cooperation Council meeting in Riyadh. He gave the example of the United Arab Emirates, which is playing a better role in the region by joining the Abraham Accords.

     He strongly criticized the role of Iranian proxies in Yemen and Lebanon and said that “if the Houthi rebels attack again, they will be punished further.” Iranians should be grateful to the Emir of Qatar, whose kindness prevented the expected attack on Iran. Now, if the Iranian leadership, instead of raising the olive branch, rejects the nuclear deal, not only will more sanctions be imposed, but Tehran’s oil exports will be reduced to zero, and this issue could escalate to war, although I want to prevent wars, just as I have prevented the expected war between two nuclear powers like India and Pakistan, or I am trying to prevent the war between Russia and Ukraine. We also want to prevent the war in Gaza, the people of Gaza also deserve a better future, but this is not possible as long as the leaders there continue to kidnap and torture innocent people. Terrorism is unacceptable to us under any circumstances.

During Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia and the United States signed defense deals worth $142 billion. These defense deals are part of the $600 billion Saudi investment that the Saudis have announced, and according to MBS, we will take it to $1,000 billion, as President Trump wants. According to the White House, these deals include billions of dollars in energy exports from GE gas turbines, Boeing aircraft, F-35, defense, mineral mining, training of Saudis in technology and equipment, etc. Some of our people, while pointing fingers at such heavy Saudi investment, forget that it is America that has given the Saudis flowing wells of liquid gold and the Americans have always stood as a protective umbrella over the Saudis. 

      President Trump has also made successful visits to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates and returned with huge investments for the United States. While investing in the US air base in Doha, they deemed it necessary to announce that they would not relinquish control of Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, but would retain it.

Pressure on Pakistan, India prevented nuclear conflict, Trump

Told both countries that if they do not stop the war, there will be no trade agreement, on which the leadership of India and Pakistan stopped the war due to trade, US President.

Negotiations on a trade agreement with India are ongoing, a trade agreement will be signed with Pakistan as well, it is hoped that both countries will show the same responsibility in the future and avoid tension.

With the help of the US administration, a ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and India was possible, the leaders of India and Pakistan were unwavering, US President's press conference at the White House.

 Washington (Monitoring Desk, News Agencies) US President Donald Trump has said that the US has prevented a nuclear conflict between the two countries by putting pressure on Pakistan and India. While holding a press conference at the White House, US President Donald Trump said that the India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement was possible with the help of the US administration. The leaders of India and Pakistan were unwavering. I told them that if they do not stop the war, there will be no trade agreement. He said that both countries have stopped the war because of trade. He said that the US is ready to help India and Pakistan in terms of trade. They are negotiating a trade agreement with India and will do the same with Pakistan. The US President also expressed the hope that both countries will show similar responsibility in the future and avoid tension.

America and China Face to Face

An all-out war has begun between China and the United States to maintain the dream of the only superpower in the world. In this regard, it is reported that in response to Ghazal, China has also sounded the trumpet of war after imposing an 84% tariff. But the biggest development that has happened is that China has ordered its central bank to immediately stop the “purchasing” of the dollar and to sell the dollar against the yuan because the US dollar has currently reached its highest price in twenty years against the yuan and it is obvious that the yuan has weakened, at this time the exchange rate is fluctuating. If we look into the past, even Arab countries and Russia had started keeping the yuan as a reserve currency.

When the yuan weakens, it will be very dangerous for imports because China also buys goods from all over the world. In this way, the weak yuan and global trust are deteriorating. In this context, China has ordered the central bank not to buy dollars in the future and to sell the dollars that are lying around. In this way, an economic war has started in the world, which has created chaos. Stock markets are crashing, Donald Trump has also announced that he will impose tariffs on the pharmaceutical industry. If we look at this situation, the pharmaceutical industry is also dying, its shares are also falling and its market is also crashing. In the latest situation, from India to Europe, the shares of all the pharmaceutical industries whose medicines go to the foreign markets have also fallen. This is a big shock and certainly no one was prepared to deal with this situation. If you recall the previous era, Trump had said that if China takes over Taiwan, we will impose a 100% tariff on China and in this context, the US has imposed a tariff of 104% and now 125% on China, meaning that China has not taken over Taiwan yet, but the tariff has been implemented. The European Union has also reacted by announcing tariffs on US products worth twenty billion euros. Meanwhile, the US is trying to delist the stocks of Chinese companies in the US stock markets. Imagine what will happen to those who have invested billions of dollars in the US to buy these Chinese shares when China's stocks are removed. 

 

              On the other hand, China has also announced that the time has come for the death of the US dollar and if Trump's intentions are seen, Trump will not stop now and he will cross every limit and that every limit is that Trump will try to hit anyone who stands with China brick by brick. Wherever China's road infrastructure is or wherever Chinese products go, he will try to stop it. China has issued an alert to all its citizens in the US that since an economic war has broken out and what direction it may take, citizens may also be harmed.
The United States has taken steps to stop China's economic monopoly in the world, but the United States itself is still under its grip. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 5.50%, which is said to be the biggest decline in recent years. 

 

              The S&P 500 index has fallen by 6%, while the technology-related Nasdaq index has fallen by 5.73%. Thus, the US market has lost a market cap of $9 trillion at the beginning of Trump's presidency. Trump's friend Elon Musk is also under this pressure, and his company Tesla, which makes electric cars, has suffered a loss of $8 billion. This has also led to protests against US President Trump around the world. Due to this, Trump took a U-turn and postponed this tariff for 90 days. In view of the possible occupation of Taiwan, the United States is also trying to increase its naval power. Who will be the loser in this economic global war between China and the United States? Time will tell, but the big battle between world powers is economics. Unlike the US, China has focused most on strengthening its economy without militarily engaging with any global or regional power, including the US and India. As a result, it has succeeded in creating a large market for its products in the rest of the world as well as in its biggest ideological rival, the US.

 

Artificial Intelligence: Shaping Science and Society

       Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer confined to scientific concepts. It is a powerful force that is reshaping the world. From accelerating scientific discoveries to transforming the fabric of our economies, AI is having a profound impact on every aspect of our lives. The impact of AI on scientific research is no less than revolutionary. In 2020, alphafold cracked a major challenge in biology by accurately predicting the structure of various proteins. This breakthrough has the potential to accelerate drug discovery, offering new hope for treating diseases that have long puzzled scientists. Similarly, AI-powered robots such as labgenius are automating routine tasks in laboratories, such as piping, so that scientists can focus on more complex problems. This automation not only speeds up research but also reduces the chance of human error, making scientific experiments more reliable.

        In astronomy, too, artificial intelligence has changed the way we explore the universe. For example, AI analyzed data from the Kepler space telescope, leading to the discovery of exoplanets like Kepler-90i. This power of artificial intelligence extends to other fields, such as meteorology, where the use of AI is providing more accurate weather forecasts. For example, Google’s collaboration with the UK Met Office has resulted in AI models that predict rainfall with unprecedented accuracy, helping with flood prevention and agricultural planning. AI is also revolutionizing healthcare. IBM’s Watson Oncology uses AI to analyze cancer patient data and compare individual cases with a wide range of medical data to suggest personalized cancer treatment plans, which is undoubtedly a more effective treatment approach, improving the quality of life of countless patients. In addition, AI-based diagnostic tools such as Google’s DeepMind can accurately diagnose diseases. In agriculture, AI-powered robots like John Deere are transforming farming by identifying and precisely targeting weeds in crops, thereby increasing crop yields and significantly reducing chemical use.

      In climate science, AI is playing a key role in developing more efficient renewable energy sources. For example, startup Heliogen uses AI to concentrate sunlight, generating heat that can replace fossil fuels in industrial processes. In the field of quantum computing, AI is opening up new avenues. Artificial intelligence extends far beyond science and technology. It is also reshaping economies and societies. In industries such as manufacturing, AI-powered machines have delivered significant productivity gains. Tesla is using AI to improve battery production for its motor vehicles, dramatically reducing costs and accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles. However, this automation also raises concerns about job displacement.

     While AI is replacing some jobs, particularly in manufacturing and consumer services, it is also creating new opportunities in areas such as AI development, data science, and AI ethics. Education is another area where AI is having a profound impact. Online platforms such as Coursera and Duolingo are using AI to ensure that students receive relevant education, making learning more effective and reaching millions of people around the world. In the field of finance, AI algorithms are changing the way markets work. For example, the JPMorgan program, LOXM, performs trades in much shorter time than human traders, with greater profitability and efficiency. AI is also making the concept of smart cities a reality. In Singapore, AI is being used to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion and pollution, and improve the overall quality of life. 

     AI-powered systems manage traffic lights and public transport schedules, making urban mobility more efficient. Security is another key area where AI is making a significant impact. AI-powered cybersecurity tools, such as DarkTrace, use machine learning to detect and respond to cyber threats in real time, often neutralizing attacks before they cause significant damage. While artificial intelligence (AI) is very useful and important, its use can also be a precursor to many threats that must be addressed to ensure a safe and equitable future. One of the most pressing concerns is job displacement. AI-powered automation is taking over jobs in fields such as data entry, putting many workers at risk of unemployment. Privacy is also a major concern. 

    The technology’s ability to process large amounts of data also raises serious privacy issues. AI-powered surveillance systems could monitor the movements of individuals, potentially leading to a society where personal privacy is severely compromised. The development of AI-powered autonomous weapons poses a particular threat. These systems could make life-and-death decisions without human intervention and could pose serious threats to global security. Imagine a scenario where autonomous drones or robots decide who to target in a war. Such technology could lead to unintended conflicts or accidents, increase tensions between nations, and create a more dangerous world.

Uraan Pakistan Plan 'Game Changer' or 'Unreal'...?

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   Faced with several economic recovery challenges, the federal government of Pakistan has launched a plan called 'Uraan Pakistan', which has set high targets for economic growth and exports as well as social sectors. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif officially inaugurated the program on  December 30 at a time when the government has made claims about stability in the country's economy and reduction in the rate of inflation. While in connection with the bailout package of seven billion dollars from the IMF, Pakistan is making efforts to reform other sectors including taxation, privatization and energy.

       Under 'Uraan Pakistan', economic goals have been set for the next five and long term up to the year 2035. For example, the country's growth rate has set a target of six percent increase in the next five years and the target of taking the Gross National Product (GDP) size to one trillion dollars in the next 10 years, i.e. 2035. Remember that this At present, Pakistan's GDP is around 374 billion dollars.

On the other hand, in the opinion of the observers, the big goals set for the next five years under 'Uraan Pakistan' are 'ambitious' compared to the current economic indicators of the country. Economists say that it is difficult to achieve them because On the one hand, there is currently no solution to the ongoing political crisis in Pakistan, and on the other hand, it may be difficult to attract investors due to the increasing incidence of terrorism in the country.

What is 'Uraan Pakistan' program?

     When Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal's media team of  Uraan Pakistan said that its a comprehensive national economic transformation plan designed to take Pakistan to 'new heights of growth'. According to the government, the program aims to make the country stable, sustainable and competitive in the global economy. Based on the framework of the five Es. This statement It was said that the first objective is to create an export-oriented economy, the second is to bring about a digital revolution in the country, and the third is to deal with environmental change and its effects. The fourth sector where attention will be given is energy and infrastructure while the fifth is building an equity-based society.

Ambitious targets for five sectors and claims to be a 'game changer'

     The first of the goals set by the government under this program is to increase exports to 60 billion dollars per year in the next five years. It should be noted that the current volume of Pakistan's exports is around 30 billion dollars per year. Similarly, the GDP growth rate has to be taken up to six percent in the next five years. In the first quarter of the current financial year, the growth rate has been less than one percent.

    In the field of e-Pakistan, a goal has been set to take the freelancing industry of information technology to five billion dollars in the next five years, for which two lakh IT graduates will be prepared annually. In the field of environmental change, the next five years It has set a target of a 50 percent reduction in greenhouse gases, along with an increase in arable land by more than 20 percent and an increase in water storage capacity of up to ten million acre feet. To increase the share of renewable energy in the energy sector to ten percent. In the field of social equality, according to the document of 'Uraan Pakistan', to reduce the poverty rate to 13 percent. According to the data of the World Bank, Pakistan has 40 percent of the population is living below the poverty line, and according to World Bank estimates, this rate is likely to rise above 40 percent by 2026.

   Planning Minister said that the government will provide investment opportunities under the program, which includes simplified rules and incentives to promote national and international investment, along with digital facilitation. Support for IT start-ups and freelancing industry will be provided while government support in the form of funds and grants for technological research, innovation and industrial development. Also through large-scale development projects are part of this program.
Uraan Pakistan has been called a 'game changer' by the government. In this regard, the Federal Minister of Planning said that the goal of economic stability under this program is because the establishment of an export-based economy will stabilize the Pakistani rupee and promote economic development. Promotion of technology will make Pakistan stand out in the global market and better use of natural resources for sustainable development in the field of environmental protection while inclusion of women and youth in economic development in the field of social equality.

Udaan Pakistan's goals 'unrealistic'?

   The targets set in Uraan Pakistan are much higher than the current indicators of Pakistan's economy and economists are not very optimistic about their achievement in five years. According to them, the current ground realities of Pakistan, such as political instability and peace And the poor situation of peace, I find it very difficult to achieve these goals. Dr. Hafeez Pasha, the former finance minister of Pakistan, said that 'No one will take these goals seriously.' Time is the biggest problem in the short term (term) goals while the government is setting long-term (long-term) goals. He said that the government is not able to achieve the short-term goals set under the IMF program, such as tax collection, etc. In such a situation, how is it possible for the country to move towards any big goal?

     Dr. Pasha said that achieving a six percent growth rate is very difficult and taking the GDP size to $1 trillion "seems very difficult" as Pakistan's economy barely managed to achieve a one percent growth rate this fiscal year. According to him, it will be difficult to achieve the target of exports of 60 billion dollars because this target is to be achieved by the industry, which will be done by investing in it, while the state of investment in the industry in Pakistan is that it is Time lowest in 25 years Dr. Pasha said that due to political instability, investment in Pakistan has already decreased and everyone is aware of the frequent incidents of terrorism. He said that the government's future A five- or ten-year plan now 'seems inappropriate when short-term goals seem impossible to achieve.

    Political economy expert Abbas Mousavi said that political stability and law and order situation play a key role in economic growth. He gives an example that "The government has talked about digital revolution in Uraan Pakistan, while the situation here is that the freelancing community has been badly affected due to the shutdown of the Internet." In the opinion of Abbas Mousavi. Uraan Pakistan Involvement of all will be considered a claim only because political representation in the country is "compromised." However, senior economic affairs journalist Shehbaz Rana said regarding the development goals in the digital sector that the alleged fire in terms of billions of dollars. The installation of the wall has affected the development in the IT sector.

    On the other hand, the Federal Minister of Planning says that this program of economic recovery has been prepared 'in the light of ground realities and global experiences'. According to him, if the government and the private sector work with transparency, persistence and public involvement, it will The targets are achievable and he cites countries like Malaysia, Turkey and South Korea as examples. Although Ahsan Iqbal admits that these targets are certainly 'challenging', they are not unrealistic according to him. through development partnerships and better allocation of resources These goals can be achieved.

Will Pakistan not have to go to the IMF after this program?

   Speaking at the launching ceremony of the Uraan Pakistan program, Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said that after two or three years of this program, Pakistan will not need to go to the IMF. Commenting on this statement of the Finance Minister. Former finance minister Dr. Hafeez Pasha said that 'Our governments have said 25 times in the past that this program is the last, but the fact is that Pakistan has become the country that has received the most 25 times IMF program in the world.  He said that the government should work on achieving the short-term goals set by the IMF, which are not being achieved at the moment. Everyone will just laugh at setting big goals in the name of Uraan Pakistan.