Pakistan

Formed after gaining independence in 1947 from the British empire, Pakistan continues to be plagued by internal and external instability. It has been hard for Pakistan to achieve strong economic growth over the years, but it still provides opportunities for private sector investors. Security remains a primary concern for Pakistan, as the decades-long conflict in Afghanistan and tensions with its eastern neighbor India persist.

Events

The South Asia Center is the hub for the Atlantic Council’s analysis of the political, social, geographical, and cultural diversity of the region. ​At the intersection of South Asia and its geopolitics, SAC cultivates dialogue to shape policy and forge ties between the region and the global community.

Content

In the News

Jun 22, 2020

Akhtar as a panelist with the Corporate Pakistan Group: Dialogue: China & India Standoff—What next: Implications for Pakistan, the Kashmir Movement & BRI

By Atlantic Council

China Economy & Business

In the News

Jun 20, 2020

Younus in his podcast “Pakistonomy,” episode 22: Innovation in Education

By Atlantic Council

Coronavirus Education

In the News

Jun 18, 2020

Younus in Dawn News: Why Budget 2021 has increased the odds of a severe recession in Pakistan

By Atlantic Council

Economy & Business Pakistan

In the News

Jun 14, 2020

Younus in his podcast “Pakistonomy,” episode 21: Budget Time

By Atlantic Council

Coronavirus Economy & Business

In the News

Jun 13, 2020

Book review of Nawaz’s “The Battle for Pakistan” in the Daily Times: a study on two important nations in tumultuous times

By Atlantic Council

Indo-Pacific Pakistan

In the News

Jun 12, 2020

Book review of Nawaz’s “The Battle for Pakistan” in the Al Bilad English Daily

By Atlantic Council

Pakistan Politics & Diplomacy

In the News

Jun 12, 2020

Akhtar as a moderator at the University of Lahore Centre for Security, Strategy and Policy Research: ‘The China-Pakistan Axis’ with Andrew Small

By Atlantic Council

Pakistan Politics & Diplomacy

In the News

Jun 8, 2020

Akhtar as a moderator at the University of Lahore Centre for Security, Strategy and Policy Research: Dr. Tanvi Madan on the China Factor in the Indo-U.S. Relations

By Atlantic Council

China India

In the News

Jun 8, 2020

Nawaz joins the Daily Times to discuss his book “The Battle for Pakistan” as well as domestic and regional dynamics shaping Pakistan today

By Atlantic Council

Pakistan Security & Defense

In the News

Jun 5, 2020

Younus in his podcast “Pakistonomy,” episode 20: The Informal Economy

By Atlantic Council

Economy & Business Pakistan

Experts