Author: Ayesha Rafiq

Ayesha Rafiq

Ayesha Rafiq is a Distinguished Policy Analyst, and a Top-Ranking Graduate in Peace and Conflict Studies from National Defence University, Islamabad. As a published writer, and Advocate for social equity, she blends academic rigor with practical experience to craft compelling analyses on global affairs, climate policy, human rights, and emerging technologies. Deeply committed to inclusive progress and informed public discourse, Ayesha uses her platform to amplify underrepresented voices and spark meaningful dialogue across borders.

Opinion
Opinion

Redefining Power in the Era of Cloud and Artificial Intelligence

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The collaboration between Pakistan and the Swiss-based DFINity Foundation to build sovereign cloud infrastructure and AI-native systems is not just a technical deal. It is a strategic digital step in the country. In an era where data control is the key to economic power, national security and technological prowess, the move by Pakistan can be seen as a sign of confidence, vision and awareness of the realities of digital life in the world. Countries around the globe are reconsidering their reliance on external cloud-service providers. The information today is not just data, but infrastructure. Digital platforms have government records, identities…

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