Regional Conflicts and their repercussions on Pakistan
REGIONAL CONFLICTS AND THEIR REPERCUSSIONS ON PAKISTAN Pakistan located in the volatile South-Asian region not only shares borders but also shares the problems of its neighbouring countries. The nations of South-Asia have a troubled history, after liberating themselves from the colonial rulers these nations have embroiled themselves in regional conflicts. These conflicts have directly and indirectly affected the political, economic and social fabric of Pakistan. The most significant conflicts to have occurred after the birth of Pakistan are the Kashmir conflict, the Afghanistan issue, and the war in Iraq. ... Pakistan has fought 3 wars with India and was on the verge of another war only 2 years back. ... Pakistan’s development has been impeded by defence worries ever since independence. ... Pakistan has also lost a lot of trade opportunities with India because of the hostile stance of both the countries.