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INTRODUCTION: Statelessness—A global issue with an Asian epicentre

  • A/Prof. Radha Govil & A/Prof. Christoph Sperfeldt,

Statelessness in Asia is driven by ethnic nationalism, displacement and restrictive citizenship regimes. But it’s neither inevitable nor irreversible.

State influence sees the Ahmadi community under siege in Pakistan

  • Dr Laila Bushra,

The persecution of the Ahmadi community is rooted in the integration of Islamist groups and ideology into Pakistan’s institutions.

Discrimination against non-Muslims in Pakistan will not end unless their rights are enforced

  • A/Prof Ayra Indrias Patras,

Equality for all is supposed to be guaranteed by the Constitution, but making this reality requires significant change at many levels.

Elections 2024, hybrid regimes and the future of democracy in Pakistan

  • Dr Nadeem Malik,

The military’s actions have led to the most severe political crisis since 2018 and the future of democracy seems bleak.

WEBINAR: Gender and Sexuality in Islamic Politics

This event examines current trends, and current debates, in the study of gender and minority affairs within Muslim contexts.

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