Global Affairs, History

How India’s Suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty Will Impact Pakistan

The Indian government recently decided to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty, a 1960 agreement that has managed water sharing between India and Pakistan for decades. This decision is a big deal because Pakistan depends heavily on the rivers covered by this treaty for its water needs—about 80% of its water comes from these rivers, especially for farming. Let’s break down…

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Trump’s Tariff Plan

Let’s break this down step-by-step in simple language, keeping it clear and engaging for an economics layman. The decision by Trump to pause tariffs for 90 days (except for China) in April 2025 was influenced by a mix of economic pressures, with the bond market playing a big role. Here’s how it unfolded and why the selling of U.S. Treasury…

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