The Author is a PhD Scholar and has worked on various public policy issues as a Policy Consultant in the National Security Division (NSD), Prime Minister Office (PMO). She specializes in hybrid warfare, including AI, cyber warfare, and cyber politics, as well as governance and public policy with a focus on South Asia and the Middle East. Currently, works for Islamabad Policy Research Institution (IPRI) as a Non-Resident Policy Research Consultant. Her work has been published in local and International publications. She can be reached at https://www.linkedin.com/in/noureen-akhtar-188502253/ and akhtarnoureen26@gmail.com She Tweets @NoureenAkhtar16