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Pakistan is a frontline state in the global war on terrorism and is seeking to project itself as a modern Islamic state. International relations and security are discussed in this book, with articles from leading international experts. The four themes discussed are: Pakistan and global security; Pakistan's international relations; politics and identity in Pakistan; and economic development of Pakistan.
Pakistan is at currently at the centre of regional and global geo-strategic issues as a frontline state in the global war on terrorism. It is seeking to project itself as a modern Islamic state that can engage both the Islamic bloc and the western world in the post 9/11 era. This book addresses some questions under the broad rubric of International Relations and Security. It focuses on four themes: Pakistan and global security; Pakistan's international relations; politics and identity in Pakistan; and economic development of Pakistan. Leading international experts have contributed articles within the framework of these themes.