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Center for International Strategic Studies, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (CISS AJK) is an independent and autonomous Think Tank, under the auspicious patronage of National Command Authority (NCA), the highest civilian body on strategic issues. CISS AJK comprises of highly professional and competent research team, aims at bridging the research gaps through knowledge based critical thinking. It welcomes the knowledge community of the region to share their research studies. Primarily, we focus on the issues related to comprehensive security which includes strategic thought, nuclear politics, traditional and non-traditional security threats, new trends in warfare (character and conduct), women, peace and security, South Asia and Jammu and Kashmir. Being the first ever think tank on the subject in AJK, it is our responsibility to contribute in capacity building, discourse analysis and to lead the academic narratives. I have no doubt that the resilience, passion and academic excellence of our team will create the desired compatibility between international academic standards and local wisdom.
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CISS-AJK commemorated AJK Youm-e-Tasees
The event marked 77 years of independence, a significant milestone in the region’s history. It not only celebrated AJK’s freedom but also reaffirmed the enduring struggle for the liberation of Indian-Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK).
The program was moderated by Research Officer Saba Ghulam Nabi, who highlighted the importance of this day in the historical context of Jammu and Kashmir’s freedom movement. Research Officer Abdul Rehman provided an in-depth analysis of key historical events, including the Maharaja’s so-called Instrument of Accession and the struggle of Kashmiri Muslims from 1847 to 1947. Research faculty members of CISS-AJK discussed the growing disconnect between AJK’s youth and the Kashmir cause while stressing the urgency of countering Indian hollow irredentist claims. They passionately called for unity and stronger diplomatic efforts, emphasizing the need for a shift in approach to reignite the struggle for freedom. The session ended with: “It’s time to rethink our strategy. Youth should participate with knowledge and unity. We need a dynamic approach, rooted in unity and diplomacy, to pave the way for the Right to Self-Determination.
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