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Pakistan's foreign policy is heavily influenced by its contentious relationship with India, primarily centered around the Kashmir dispute, which has led to multiple wars and ongoing tensions. Additionally, Pakistan faces challenges regarding Afghanistan, particularly with cross-border militancy and the refugee crisis exacerbated by the Taliban's return to power. The complexities of these relationships require Pakistan to navigate geopolitical dynamics while ensuring national security and managing humanitarian concerns.

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Pakistan's foreign policy is heavily influenced by its contentious relationship with India, primarily centered around the Kashmir dispute, which has led to multiple wars and ongoing tensions. Additionally, Pakistan faces challenges regarding Afghanistan, particularly with cross-border militancy and the refugee crisis exacerbated by the Taliban's return to power. The complexities of these relationships require Pakistan to navigate geopolitical dynamics while ensuring national security and managing humanitarian concerns.

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Relations with India:

The relationship between Pakistan and India has historically been one of rivalry and
conflict, and it remains one of the most significant challenges in Pakistan’s foreign
policy. The two countries, both nuclear-armed, share a long-standing dispute over the
Kashmir region, which has led to multiple wars and continues to fuel tensions.

Kashmir Dispute:

 The Kashmir issue is the core of the conflict between Pakistan and India. Pakistan
claims the region of Jammu and Kashmir as its own, while India controls the
majority of it and also claims sovereignty over the entire region. This territorial
dispute has been the root cause of wars in 1947, 1965, and 1999, and continues to
drive hostilities between the two nations.
 In recent years, the situation has become even more tense. In 2019, India revoked
Article 370 of its constitution, which granted special autonomy to Jammu and
Kashmir. This move was opposed by Pakistan, which sees it as an illegal act and
a violation of international agreements. The response to this action has been
heightened tensions, including military confrontations along the Line of Control
(LoC), the de facto border between Indian and Pakistani-controlled Kashmir.

Cross-border Terrorism:

 Pakistan has been accused by India of supporting insurgents in Kashmir, a charge


that Pakistan denies, stating that it provides only moral and diplomatic support to
the Kashmiri people’s struggle for self-determination. India, on the other hand,
frequently accuses Pakistan of harboring and supporting cross-border terrorist
groups that operate in Kashmir, such as Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed.
These groups are blamed for high-profile attacks, including the 2008 Mumbai
attacks, which strained relations further.
 As a result, Pakistan’s foreign policy must manage these accusations and tensions
while maintaining its position on Kashmir and ensuring that national security is
not compromised. Pakistan also seeks international support for its stance on
Kashmir, particularly from the United Nations and other global powers.

Geopolitical Balance:

 Pakistan’s foreign policy on India is also influenced by its alliances with global
powers. The country seeks support from China, its long-time ally, particularly as
China has invested heavily in Pakistan through projects like the China-Pakistan
Economic Corridor (CPEC). Meanwhile, India maintains strong ties with the
United States, and the dynamics of their relationship often impact Pakistan’s
strategic positioning.
 Managing this complex relationship while avoiding escalation into full-scale
conflict, particularly with both countries possessing nuclear weapons, is a
constant challenge for Pakistan’s foreign policy.
2. Afghanistan and Border Security:

Afghanistan has long been a major issue in Pakistan’s foreign policy due to shared
borders, historical ties, and ongoing security concerns. The situation is even more
complicated by the volatile political landscape in Afghanistan, especially after the
Taliban’s return to power in August 2021.

Cross-border Militancy and Insurgency:

 One of the key issues is the security situation along the Durand Line, the roughly
2,640-kilometer border between Pakistan and Afghanistan. This border has never
been fully recognized by Afghanistan, which claims that it divides ethnic Pashtun
communities. This has led to tensions and frequent cross-border skirmishes.
 Over the years, various militant groups, including the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan
(TTP), have used Afghanistan as a safe haven from which to launch attacks into
Pakistan. The TTP, which is a Pakistani branch of the broader Taliban movement,
has carried out numerous deadly attacks on Pakistani soil. Pakistan has often
called for the Afghan government (both under the Taliban and the previous
government) to take action against these insurgents, but Afghanistan's instability
and governance challenges have made this difficult.

Taliban's Return to Power:

 After the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, the Taliban regained
control of the country, raising concerns in Pakistan. While Pakistan shares
ideological ties with the Taliban, its government is cautious about fully
embracing their regime due to fears of instability, human rights violations, and
the resurgence of extremist groups.
 The Taliban’s return also affects the region’s security dynamics, with Pakistan
worried about the spillover of violence and extremism. Pakistan faces the
dilemma of engaging with the Taliban diplomatically while managing the
security risks posed by cross-border militant groups.

Refugee Crisis:

 Refugee Flow: Over the years, Pakistan has hosted millions of Afghan refugees,
many of whom fled the conflict between the Afghan government and the Taliban.
This has strained Pakistan’s resources and contributed to social tensions. As
Afghanistan remains unstable, the flow of refugees continues, and managing this
humanitarian crisis is an ongoing challenge.
 The situation became more complicated with the 2021 Taliban takeover, as many
Afghans sought refuge in Pakistan. Pakistan faces the difficult task of managing
these refugee populations while ensuring that they do not exacerbate existing
security, economic, and social challenges.

Border Management and Security:

 Military and Diplomatic Concerns: Pakistan has increased its military presence
along the Durand Line to curb the movement of insurgents and prevent cross-
border terrorism. However, this border is difficult to patrol due to its mountainous
terrain and the lack of infrastructure, which makes security operations more
challenging.
 Pakistan also faces diplomatic pressure from the international community to
manage its border effectively, prevent the spread of terrorism, and work towards
a stable Afghanistan. However, Pakistan’s position is often complicated by
Afghanistan’s internal instability and external pressure from both the U.S. and
neighboring countries.

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