Dr. Asma Shakir Khawaja, Executive Director, Center for International Strategic Studies (CISS)-AJK, delivered a keynote address on "Future of South Asia: Conflict and Strategic Stability" at a Round-Table discussion held at the Centre for South Asian Studies (CSAS), University of Punjab, Lahore on August 27, 2024. She underscored the significance of sustainable peace and economic development for regional peace and security. Prof. Dr. Naheed S. Goraya, Director CSAS, explored the opportunities for mutual academic cooperation, further enriching the discussion. The Round-Table facilitated a thought-provoking exchange of ideas, paving the way for future collaborations that promote regional understanding and cooperation.