
This book is a penetrating analysis of Pakistan's foreign policy from the time of Independence in 1947 until the beginning of the new millennium.The formulation of Pakistan's foreign policy has been discussed from a fresh perspective. The author pragmatically examines the structural failures of Pakistan's foreign policy-making process and calls for new thinking on various aspects of Pakistan's foreign policy, with special emphasis on Pakistan-India relations vis-à-vis Kashmir and suggests various policy options and indicates their possible consequences for Pakistan. The author makes a strong plea for realism and moderation, taking into account the best interests of Pakistan, particularly in view of the acquisition of nuclear weapons by both India and Pakistan.The book is based on the author's personal observations and analysis during thirty-nine years of diplomatic service as Pakistan's Ambassador and Special Envoy to various countries around the world. This edition contains a new introduction and a chapter on the developments in Pakistan's foreign policy from 2010 to 2020.
This work investigates the structural failures and strategic evolution of Pakistan's foreign policy from its independence in 1947 through the early 21st century. The author, a career diplomat with thirty-nine years of service as an Ambassador and Special Envoy, utilizes his professional experience to critique the decision-making processes of the state. He argues for a shift toward realism and moderation, particularly in the context of nuclear proliferation in South Asia and the ongoing complexities of the Pakistan-India relationship.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts recognize this text as a significant contribution to the study of South Asian geopolitics due to the author's direct involvement in the diplomatic field. Readers frequently note that the prose is accessible yet dense with the practical insights of a seasoned practitioner.
Page Count:
318
Publication Date:
2021-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190703938
ISBN-13:
9780190703936
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