Pakistan’s Relations with India During Imran Khan’s Era

Abstract

The relationship between Pakistan and India under Imran Khan, from 2018 to 2022, is examined in this qualitative study. The two nuclear-armed neighbors' worsening relationship, which is characterized by increased tensions, terrorist attacks, and instability in diplomatic relations, is the main focus of the problem statement. This study is significant because it aims to comprehend the intricacies of Pakistan- India relations under Khan, with an emphasis on pinpointing the main causes of the relationship's decline. Examining the effects of this declining relationship on regional and international security is another goal of the project. Using a case study methodology, this research draws on primary as well as secondary sources, such as scholarly publications, media stories, and speeches and declarations by influential policymakers. Identifying significant themes and patterns was the main goal of the thematic analysis method used to examine the material. According to the study's results, Pakistan's relationship with India under Imran Khan was characterized by an interruption in bilateral communication, a lack of trust, and the military's dominance over the nation's foreign policy. The study also emphasizes how the relationship is affected by outside variables, such as the roles played by China and the United States. The study also reveals that the dispute over Kashmir is still a major source of conflict between the two nations, with opposing viewpoints on both sides. All things considered, this study advances our knowledge of the nuances of Pakistan-Indian relations and emphasizes the necessity of a more comprehensive and multifaceted strategy for relationship management. The study's conclusions emphasize the necessity of persistent diplomatic efforts to settle the Kashmir conflict and advance regional peace and stability, and they have important ramifications for practitioners, scholars, and politicians involved in Pakistan-India relations.