In the context of 9/11 and the ongoing war against terror, the US role in Afghanistan has transitioned from Bush‘s engagement to Obama‘s end game for Afghanistan. This transition has been put forth in the form of the US-Afghan exit strategy and the US Af-Pak policy. Both these policies and strategies do not only affect the state of Afghanistan alone but also the other state regional stake holders in this region. One of the primary affected parties in this Afghan quagmire is Pakistan which has a major stake in the peace and stability of Afghanistan.
Pakistan is a neighboring state of Afghanistan, which played an active role in supporting the Afghan Jihad against the Soviet invasion inside Afghanistan. In the Post-Soviet era inside Afghanistan, Pakistan like the other regional powers tried to protect its national interests in the region through proxy involvement in Afghanistan. It was the support from Pakistan which played a crucial role in the ascendance of the Taliban movement inside Afghanistan.
In the aftermath of the 9/11 and the rise of militancy in the South Asia, Pakistan suffered a lot in terms of human and financial loss. Terrorism is not only a problem of US and the Afghanistan alone. Pakistan considers it as its biggest problem in the contemporary security environment. The enunciation of US Af-Pak policy and exit policy; safe havens of terrorists in the tribal regions of Pakistan; drone attacks inside FATA; the blame game against the Pakistani security agencies, the Indian role inside Afghanistan; Pakistan‘s bilateral and multilateral relations with its regional neighbors on the issue of militancy and extremism; breach of Pakistan‘s red lines by the US in the recent past and the dominance of anti-Americanism inside Pakistan are few of the key thematic issues which are going to define and describe diverse narratives on the US role in Afghanistan and its implications for Pakistan in particular.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Historical Background of US-Afghan Relations
- US Policy towards Afghanistan during Obama Era (2008-2012)
- The War on Terror and the US-Afghan Partnership
- The US-Afghan Strategic Partnership Agreement
- The US Exit Strategy and the Transition Process
- Pakistan’s Role in Afghanistan
- Pakistan’s Geopolitical Significance
- Pakistan’s Strategic Interests in Afghanistan
- The US-Pakistan Relationship
- Implications of US-Afghan Relations for Pakistan
- The Impact on Pakistan’s Security
- The Impact on Pakistan’s Economy
- The Impact on Pakistan’s Foreign Policy
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This dissertation examines the impact of US-Afghanistan relations during the Obama era (2008-2012) on Pakistan. It explores the historical context of the relationship, the US policy towards Afghanistan during this period, and Pakistan's role in the region. The dissertation analyzes the implications of US-Afghan relations for Pakistan's security, economy, and foreign policy.- The evolution of US-Afghan relations during the Obama era
- The impact of the War on Terror on the US-Afghan partnership
- The role of Pakistan in the Afghan conflict
- The implications of US-Afghan relations for Pakistan's security, economy, and foreign policy
- The challenges and opportunities for Pakistan in the context of US-Afghan relations
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter provides an overview of the dissertation, outlining its research questions, objectives, and methodology. It also discusses the significance of the topic and its relevance to the contemporary international relations landscape.
- Historical Background of US-Afghan Relations: This chapter traces the historical development of US-Afghan relations, focusing on key events and turning points that shaped the relationship. It examines the dynamics of the Cold War era, the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, and the rise of the Taliban.
- US Policy towards Afghanistan during Obama Era (2008-2012): This chapter explores the evolution of US policy towards Afghanistan during the Obama administration. It analyzes the Obama administration's approach to the War on Terror, the US-Afghan Strategic Partnership Agreement, and the US exit strategy.
- Pakistan’s Role in Afghanistan: This chapter examines Pakistan's role in the Afghan conflict, focusing on its geopolitical significance, its strategic interests in Afghanistan, and its relationship with the United States. It analyzes the complexities of Pakistan's involvement, including its support for the Afghan Jihad, its relations with the Taliban, and its efforts to promote peace and stability in the region.
- Implications of US-Afghan Relations for Pakistan: This chapter analyzes the impact of US-Afghan relations on Pakistan. It examines the implications for Pakistan's security, economy, and foreign policy, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that Pakistan faces in the context of the changing regional dynamics.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The dissertation explores the complex dynamics of US-Afghanistan relations during the Obama era and its implications for Pakistan. Key topics include the War on Terror, US-Afghan partnership, US-Afghan Strategic Partnership Agreement, US exit strategy, Pakistan's role in Afghanistan, Pakistan's strategic interests, Pakistan's security, Pakistan's economy, Pakistan's foreign policy, and regional security. The dissertation draws upon a range of scholarly sources and uses a critical analysis to understand the challenges and opportunities facing Pakistan in the context of US-Afghan relations.- Quote paper
- Allauddin Kakar (Author), 2014, The US-Afghanistan Relations during Obama Era: Implications for Pakistan, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/286515
