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 5, 2020

Nawaz in The Friday Times: Review of Maria Rashid’s book “Dying to Serve: Militarism, Affect, and the Politics of Sacrifice in the Pakistan Army”

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Defense Policy

In the News

Jun 2, 2020

Akhtar as a moderator at the University of Lahore Centre for Security, Strategy and Policy Research: Dr. Rabia Akhtar in Conversation with Feroz Hassan Khan on Eating Grass

By Atlantic Council

Nuclear Deterrence Pakistan

In the News

Jun 1, 2020

Younus in his podcast “Pakistonomy,” episode 19: The Water Economy

By Atlantic Council

Energy & Environment Pakistan

In the News

May 28, 2020

Aman as a speaker at the Middle East Institute: Iran, Russia, Pakistan, and Afghanistan: Prospects and Potential Trajectories

By Atlantic Council

Afghanistan Economy & Business

In the News

May 21, 2020

Akhtar in South Asian Voices: The Future of the India-Pakistan Nuclear Rivalry

By Atlantic Council

Arms Control India

In the News

May 20, 2020

Younus in his podcast “Pakistonomy,” episode 18: Economic Decline: A Historian’s Take

By Atlantic Council

Economy & Business Inclusive Growth

In the News

May 20, 2020

Nawaz joins the Center for Global Policy to discuss his book, “The Battle for Pakistan”

By Atlantic Council

International Norms Pakistan

In the News

May 19, 2020

Lakhani as a moderator for the Sankalp Dialogues: How can Pakistani Entrepreneurs Navigate through Covid-19?

By Atlantic Council

Coronavirus Entrepreneurship

In the News

May 18, 2020

Akhtar as a panelist at the Centre for Aerospace Security Studies: The Recent Kashmir Crisis: Are Pakistan-India Heading towards a Military Conflict?

By Atlantic Council

Crisis Management India

In the News

May 18, 2020

Akhtar as a panelist at the University of Lahore Centre for Security, Strategy and Policy Research: The Future of Sino-Indo-Pak Relations post-Pandemic

By Atlantic Council

China India

Experts