Pope Leo urged governments to slow down and closely regulate the development of AI systems in his first major document, released on Monday, warning that they spread misinformation, prioritise conflict and risk leading the world down a path of unending war. The first US pope also expressed concern at a Vatican event launching the text […]
Risks
Govt steps up energy security planning amid ME war risks
Pakistan said on Thursday it was stepping up its energy security planning, including building strategic oil reserves and accelerating a shift to electric vehicles, as the ongoing US-Iran-Israel conflict raises concerns over regional fuel supply disruptions. The war in the Middle East, a key global energy hub, has heightened fears of volatility in oil and […]
NDMA urges provinces, regions to stay vigilant against potential risks
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Monday urged provincial and regional disaster management bodies to remain vigilant and issue timely alerts as an approaching westerly wave is forecast to affect parts of the country in the coming days. According to forecasts, the weather system will enter western Pakistan on the night of December 29, […]
Trump’s Gaza Ceasefire Plan: Relief, Risks, and the Roadblocks Ahead
US President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan for Gaza may prove to be a pivotal juncture after nearly two years of relentless war. On paper, it offers Palestinians a respite from Israel’s devastating bombardment that has killed more than 65,000 civilians and injured over 165,000, while also laying out a long-term vision for governance in Gaza […]