United States and Pakistan in the 21st Century: Geostrategy and Geopolitics in South Asia

This book explores the evolving geostrategic and geopolitical imperatives of the US in Pakistan and the South Asian region post-September 11,2001. It discusses the complex relationship between the US and Pakistan, including the impact of religious extremism, economic vulnerability, military dictatorship, India's offer of support, Pakistan's nuclear capability, and the US's decision to end financial aid. The book highlights the theoretical paradigm of the grand strategy of primacy that has informed US-South Asia policy throughout history.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the historical, contemporary, and evolving geostrategic and geopolitical imperatives of the United States within Pakistan and the South Asian region, particularly in the aftermath of September 11, 2001. It provides a detailed and theoretical account of the rapidly shifting context of US foreign policy towards Pakistan since that pivotal moment. The history of the US-Pakistan relationship has been a complex and enigmatic blend of cooperation and conflict, which has become even more challenging after 9/11. This book comprehensively covers the latest developments and relevant themes from the world of politics, as it explores the profound impact of the unprecedented rise in religious extremism in Pakistan, stemming from the US War on Terror and Pakistan's economic vulnerability, as well as the military dictatorship in place. Additionally, it discusses India's offer to support the US in its war in Afghanistan, Pakistan's nuclear capability, and the US administration's decision to end financial aid to Pakistan.

The study highlights the fact that US-South Asia policy has been guided by the theoretical paradigm of the grand strategy of primacy, spanning from the receding of British influence in the region through the Cold War and post-Cold War phases to the post-9/11 period. This topical book is of immense value to scholars and researchers in the fields of international relations, politics, political studies, strategic and defense studies, security and peace studies, foreign policy, area studies, and South Asian studies. It will also interest diplomats, politicians, policymakers, security experts, journalists, and think tanks with a keen interest in India, Pakistan, and the United States, particularly in the domains of international politics, world affairs, and terrorism.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367618964