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I am an Assistant Professor of International Relations at Riphah International University, Islamabad. I hold a PhD in International Relations from the International Islamic University, Islamabad. My doctoral research examined the growing influence of India in the Persian Gulf and its strategic implications for Pakistan. I also hold an MS in International Relations and a Master’s degree in Defense and Diplomatic Studies. My research interests focus primarily on Indian foreign policy, India–Pakistan relations, India’s regional and extended neighbourhood policies, Indo-Gulf relations, Indian Ocean geopolitics, maritime security, South Asian strategic affairs, and great-power competition. I have published research in national and international academic journals and have supervised research on India’s Look West Policy, India–Pakistan nuclear stability, and the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor. I also have extensive teaching and research experience in International Relations, with teaching interests including Foreign Policy Analysis, Defense and Strategic Studies, International Organizations, and Contemporary International Issues.