Abstract
The change in Afghanistan always affected the whole region of Central Asia and especially Pakistan because both countries have a unique relationship. They have religious, cultural, and ethnic connections. They were described as inseparable brothers by former Afghan leaders like Hamid Karzai. So as far as peace and security of the region is concerned stability among both sides of borders is important. After 21 years of insurgency the recent takeover of Afghanistan by Taliban, who are known as Pashtun Islamic fundamentalists, has brought significant changes in the region. This research is focused on the political and economic impacts of Pakistan’s Afghan Policy on Pakistan after Taliban takeover of Kabul. It is also looking into the strength and weaknesses, irritants and multipliers of Pak- Afghan policy to make suggestions for improvement. The primary purpose of this study is to identify the ways through which Pakistan can overcome its Political and economic crises after Taliban in Afghanistan and to give a new direction to Pak-Afghan relations for peace and Stability in the region. The article also tries to analyze the international political stance on Current Pak-Afghan relations and is divided into four parts, 1) Pakistan’s Afghan policy after August 15, 2021(Taliban take over) 2). International Political Stance on Pakistan’s Perspective of Taliban’s rule in Afghanistan 3). Impact of Taliban rule on Pakistan’s economy 4). Way out…. Suggestions and recommendations Keywords: Taliban, Policy, Economy, Afghanistan, International Politics, Institutions, Governance, militancy.
Highlights
Taliban are mostly local Pashtun, Islamic fundamental group that returned to power in Afghanistan after 21 years of insurgency
The new Taliban government can use the current situation in their favor by adopting soft and peaceful policy which will help them to convert Afghanistan into a hub of economical connectivity for the three sub regions of Asia
On Pakistan side many politicians including Prime Minister Imran Khan supported Taliban takeover of Kabul without looking into the problems which Taliban presence can create for Pakistan
Summary
Taliban are mostly local Pashtun, Islamic fundamental group that returned to power in Afghanistan after 21 years of insurgency. POLITICAL CONSEQUENCES FOR PAKISTAN Pakistan is supporting Taliban’s with the goal to stop Pashtun Nationalism and counter India with the help of friendly government in Afghanistan but it is quite risky as well because it can be a great security risk for Pakistan as they have close relations with Pakistani active Tehrik-e-Taliban (TTP) which is based on small Pashtun militant groups usually operate along Pakistan-Afghan border and their purpose is to have an independent Pashtunistan To attain this purpose they are trying to wage a war in Pakistan and killed thousands of Pakistani civilians. According to the short term political risk index score of Fitch solutions Pakistan is at 42.7 out of 100
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