Pakistan at the Crossroads: Domestic Dynamics and External Pressures

Pakistan at the Crossroads: Domestic Dynamics and External Pressures – Paperback Edition

A definitive analysis of Pakistan’s political complexity in a shifting global landscape.

Pakistan at the Crossroads brings together top international scholars and regional experts to critically assess the political, economic, and diplomatic challenges confronting Pakistan today. Edited by renowned South Asia expert Christophe Jaffrelot, this authoritative volume offers a multifaceted exploration of the nation's civil-military relations, governance struggles, and regional entanglements.

This timely collection sheds light on:

• The persistent tension between civilian governments and the military

• The rise of judicial activism and challenges to democratic accountability

• Reform (and resistance) in policing and law enforcement

• Internal security threats and border conflicts

• Economic instability, foreign loans, and strategic partnerships

• Pakistan’s evolving diplomacy with India, China, the U.S., Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Afghanistan

Written in accessible language yet backed by rigorous research, Pakistan at the Crossroads is an essential resource for readers seeking to understand the strategic pressures and internal dynamics shaping one of the world’s most pivotal countries.

📘 Perfect for:

• Students and scholars of South Asian politics

• Journalists, analysts, and policymakers

• Readers interested in Pakistan’s future, foreign policy, and governance

📖 Product Details:

• Format: Paperback

• Pages: Approx. 400

• Language: English

• Genre: Political Science, International Relations, Current Affairs

🔖 “A deeply insightful, evidence-based contribution to understanding Pakistan’s place in global politics.” — Foreign Affairs Review