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Ameer Abdullah Khan, Senior Research Associate at CASS Lahore, focuses on security, geopolitics, aerospace affairs, and climate change. A Doctoral Fellow at NDU, he has taught and consulted widely across academic, policy, and international development sectors.
Ameer Abdullah Khan is a Senior Research Associate at the Centre for Aerospace and Security Studies (CASS), Lahore. His research focuses on international and national security, geopolitics, aerospace dynamics in South Asia, and environmental politics. Currently a Doctoral Fellow in International Relations at the National Defence University (NDU), Pakistan, Khan is examining the security, governance, and climate nexus in Pakistan. He holds an M.Phil and MSc in International Relations from NDU. His M.Phil thesis contributed to the field by focusing on an exploration of the implications of climate change in the Himalaya-Karakoram-Hindukush (HKH) region for Pakistan’s national security. He also possesses a BSc in Engineering from the National Textile University, Faisalabad.
Khan has also participated in several prestigious international training programmes, including those organised by the Sandia National Laboratories (USA), Royal Scientific Society (Jordan), National Institute of Peace and Development Studies (Thailand), Youth for Resilience (USA), and the International Institute of Islamic Thought (Malaysia).
At the national level, he has been part of capacity-building initiatives conducted by the the Pakistan Meteorological Department, LEAD Pakistan, Centre for Pakistan and Gulf Studies, National Institute of Management, Pakistan Manpower Institute, Akhtar Hameed Khan National Centre for Rural Development, National Institute of Disaster Management, and the National Defence University, among others.
Khan has previously served as a faculty member at the National Defence University and MY University, Islamabad. In the strategic and defence policy domain, he served as Research Fellow at the South Asian Strategic Stability Institute (SASSI) and Team Lead – Research and Analysis Centre at TAMBRO EXOP GmbH. During his career in academia, he taught courses on Theories of International Relations, International Politics of Environment, Climate Change and National Security, Diplomacy, Contemporary Security Issues, History of International Relations, and Foreign Policy of Pakistan, etc. He also supervised 27 theses at BS and MSc levels, held several key administrative portfolios and remained a member of curriculum development initiatives. He has also mentored the candidates for the Central Superior Services Exam for over a decade.
Khan’s international consultancy portfolio spans collaborations with renowned global development partners such as the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), UK, German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), Germany, Policy Practice UK, Accountability Lab International, and Democracy Reporting International. He has also provided consultancy and policy research support to several national institutions, including the National Disaster Management Authority, Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission, United Energy Pakistan Limited, and Inspire Pakistan. These engagements reflect his broad and multidimensional expertise in climate policy, security sector governance, disaster risk reduction, and institutional development. He also remained associated with a Track-II and Track-V diplomacy initiatives.
He has to his credit the organisation of several national and international conferences, seminars, workshops, and training programmes. With multiple publications in recognised peer-reviewed journals, Mr Khan also writes extensively for national dailies and magazines, offering analysis on key issues in international relations, security, and environmental governance. He is frequently invited to speak at academic and policy forums, both in Pakistan and abroad, and has appeared on national television to share his expertise. In recognition of his professional contributions, he has received six official appreciation letters on various occasions for exemplary performance.
Research Papers
- Javed, Humayun, and Ameer Abdullah Khan. ‘State of Indian Democracy and US-India Strategic Cooperation: An Uneasy Convergence?’. Journal of Contemporary Studies 11 no. 1 (2022):133-151.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah, and Ameer Osama Khan. “Reviving Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO) for Regional Connectivity.” Journal of Global Peace and Security Studies (JGPSS) 3, No. 1 (2022): 56-66.
- Khan, Ameer, and Shaheen Akthar. ‘Covid-19 Pandemic: A Lost Opportunity for International Cooperation’. Journal of Security and Strategic Analyses VII, no. 2 (2021): 43–64.
- Fatima, Noor, Imran Ashraf, and Ameer Khan. ‘Political Economy of Intercultural Differences: An EU Perspective’. Global Political Review V, no. 1 (2020): 303–315.
- Rasool, Sheikh, and Ameer Khan. ‘Burhanisation of Social Media and the Resistance Movement in Kashmir’. Journal of Contemporary Studies V, no. 2 (2016): 67–80.
- Khan Ameer Abdullah. ‘The Convergence of Ethno-Ideological Terrorist Groups in Pakistan: Dynamics, Security Implications and Counter Strategies.’ Research Paper at CASS Lahore (November 2024)
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. ‘Indo-US Military Cooperation in 2023: Security Implications for Pakistan.’ Research Paper at CASS Lahore (July 2024)
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah and Shayan Jamy ‘Appraising Pakistan’s Space Policy 2023 in the Light of India’s Growing Space Capabilities.’ Research Paper at CASSS Lahore (December 2024)
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah and Azhar Zeeshan. ‘Catching-up of Falling Behind: IAF’s Fifth Gen Dilemma.’ at Situational Paper CASS Lahore (May 2025)
Book Chapters
- Khan, Ameer and Ghulam Qaisrani. ‘Improvised Explosive Devices: The Impending Threat’. In Afghanistan 2014: The Decision Point, 329–352. Islamabad: NDU & SASSI University, 2013.
Research Essays
- Khan Ameer, ‘Challenges and Progress in Pakistan’s Pursuit of SDG-6: A Comprehensive Analysis of Water and Sanitation Accessibility and Sustainability,’ Hilal English, Rawalpindi, September 2023.
- Khan Ameer, ‘Zero Waste Cities and Sustainability Challenge,’ Hilal English, Rawalpindi, July 2023.
- Khan Ameer, ‘Transboundary Air Pollution and Pakistan’s Smog Challenge,’ Hilal English, Rawalpindi, April 2023.
- Khan Ameer, ‘Pakistan 2022 Floods: Climate Justice & International Law’. Hilal English, Rawalpindi November 2022
- Khan, Ameer. ‘Pakistan’s Climate-Induced Water Scarcity & Its Impacts on Agriculture’. Hilal English, Rawalpindi July 2022: 12-16
Research Reports
- Climate Security Risk Assessment & of Pakistan (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office UK with The Policy Practice UK)
- Promoting Community Leadership for Strengthening Climate Change Resilience in Pakistan (The Accountability Lab International)
- Strengthening South Asian Civil Society Climate Advocacy (The Accountability Lab International)
- Environment, Health & Livelihood Corporate Social Responsibility Need Assessment (Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC)
- Enhancing Climate Resilience and Inclusion to Address Climate Challenges in Pakistan (The Accountability Lab International)
- Strengthening Climate Adaptation and Resilience (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH)
- National Industrial Hazards Risk Assessment (NIHRA) (National Disaster Management Authority with TAMBRO Pvt. Ltd)
- Environment and Security Risk Assessment in Sindh (United Energy Pakistan (UEP) Limited with TAMBRO Pvt. Ltd)
- Comprehensive Security Risk Assessment of Pakistan (Democracy Reporting International, Islamabad)
- Comprehensive Security Risk Assessment of Pakistan (EXOP Germany GmbH at TAMBRO Pvt. Ltd.)
Working Papers and Reports
- Democratic Transition and Political Security: Challenges and Opportunities for Pakistan, Post-Seminar Report at CASS Lahore (October 2024)
- Confronting Terrorism in Pakistan: An Unorthodox Response Strategy, Special Report at CASS Lahore (May 2024)
- Climate Resilience and Strategic Preparedness: Safeguarding Pakistan’s Security Interests, Post-Seminar Report at CASS Lahore (March 2024)
- Future Security Outlook of South Asia: Trends and Challenges, Post-Seminar Report at CASS Lahore (July 2024)
- Growing Influence of China in Global and Regional Politics: Opportunities for Pakistan, Post-Seminar Report at CASS Lahore (June 2024)
- From the Cockpit: reflections from the PAF’s Past for the Future, Post-Seminar Report at CASS Lahore (September 2024)
- Resource Book of Climate Finance Facilities for Pakistan, GIZ Pakistan, (November 2022)
- Annual Report: Inspire Pakistan 1016 (Inspire Pakistan 2017)
Op-Eds
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Epistemic Erasure and the PAF’s Men Behind Machines.” Daily Times, June 22, 2025. Islamabad.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Modi’s self-made quagmire.” Pakistan Observer, May 30, 2025. Islamabad.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Tantrums There, Trolling Here.” Daily Times, May 9, 2025. Islamabad.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Eppur Soffre: IAF’s 5th Gen Aircraft Anguish to Persist.” Stratheia, March 08, 2025.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “The Submissive Strongman.” Pakistan Observer, February 28, 2025. Islamabad.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “IAF’s Void for 5th Gen Aircraft Magnifies.” Stratheia, January 22, 2025. Islamabad
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “An Optical Illusion,” The News, December 19, 2024. Lahore
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Mirage of Empty Promises.” The Nation, November 29, 2024. Islamabad.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “The State of Global Air,” Strafasia, November 02, 2024. Islamabad
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Middle East: Ashes of Influence.” Stratheia, November 22, 2024.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Assassination Amid Genocide.” Minute Mirror, September 8, 2024. Lahore.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Carrying the Carriers Forward.” Stratheia, October 8, 2024.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Tiresome Tourism.” The News, August 24, 2024, 6. Lahore.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Aviating Turbulent Skies.” The Daily Times, June 14, 2024. Islamabad.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “India’s Rogue State Actions.” Pakistan Observer, May 25, 2024. Islamabad.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “The Imbalancing Act.” Pakistan Observer, April 6, 2024. Islamabad.
- Khan, Ameer Abdullah. “Debunking ‘Qatal ki Raat’ Myth.” Pakistan Observer, March 24, 2024. Islamabad.
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