Balochistan and the Melange of Violence: Regional Context and External Factors

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the security situation in Balochistan, exploring the internal and external factors contributing to organized violence, including separatist movements, religious militancy, and cross-border terrorism. It also examines the role of regional and global powers in the region's power dynamics and the impact of developmental initiatives, particularly under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

Format: Unspecified
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate security situation prevailing in Balochistan, a region in southwestern Pakistan. It explores and establishes correlations between the internal structural vulnerabilities and fault lines of the Pakistani state with the external influences exerted on the region. Employing a rigorous examination of both primary and secondary data, the volume critically examines the multifaceted nature of organized violence in Balochistan. In addition to separatist movements, the presence of religious militancy and cross-border terrorism is thoroughly examined. The book delves into the external involvement of regional and global powers in the intricate tapestry of violence within Balochistan, thereby shedding light on the emerging geopolitical landscape and the corresponding power dynamics in the region. It also analyzes how the implementation of large-scale developmental initiatives, particularly facilitated by China under the auspices of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), has elevated the geostrategic significance of Balochistan while simultaneously entangling it in the vortex of regional power politics.

This volume will be of interest to scholars and researchers specializing in geopolitics, International Relations, and South Asian studies.

Weight: 494g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032366364