Abstract
Pakistan's engagements in the Middle Eastern region have been marked by a dynamic interplay of historical events, geopolitical complexities, and strategic recalibrations. Against the backdrop of a perpetually conflict-prone Middle East, this research employs a rigorous case study methodology, seeking to illuminate the nuances and complexities inherent in Pakistan's diplomatic relations. Focused on navigating challenges and seizingopportunities, the study illuminates key diplomatic events, strategic shifts, and economic collaborations that have shaped this enduring relationship. In the context of the Middle East, a region marked by geopolitical complexities and historical conflicts, Pakistan's role emerges as pivotal. The case study unfolds the intricate dynamics of Pakistan's diplomatic evolution against the backdrop of the enduring Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Iraq's upheavalsin 1991 and 2003, and the IranIraq war of 1980-1988. Moreover, this study scrutinizes the Middle East's heightened militarization and the close ties between Middle Eastern states and arms-producing governments. As the region grapples with internal and regional instabilities, the paradox of abundant oil and gas resources juxtaposed with political, social, and economic underdevelopment is examined—a phenomenon referred to as "Middle Eastern exceptionalism." Through this exploration, the research seeks to provide insights into how Pakistan strategically navigates the complex Middle Eastern terrain, offering a nuanced understanding of the challenges faced and opportunities harnessed in its diplomatic endeavors
Author(s):
Jannat Mubasher
AuthorPhD Scholar, Department of Political Science, University of the Punjab, Lahore Pakistan
Pakistan
Details:
| Type: | Article |
| Volume: | 42 |
| Issue: | 1 |
| Language: | English |
| Id: | 66f007da39a2c |
| Published | September 22, 2024 |
Copyrights
| Department of Political Science, Government College University Lahore |
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