The US-Afghanistan Relations during Obama Era: Implications for Pakistan

Magisterarbeit , 2014 , 120 Seiten , Note: B

Politik - Region: Südasien

In the context of 9/11 and the ongoing war against terror, the US role in Afghanistan has transitioned from Bush‘s engagement to Obama‘s end game for Afghanistan. This transition has been put forth in the form of the US-Afghan exit strategy and the US Af-Pak policy. Both these policies and strategies do not only affect the state of Afghanistan alone but also the other state regional stake holders in this region. One of the primary affected parties in this Afghan quagmire is Pakistan which has a major stake in the peace and stability of Afghanistan.
Pakistan is a neighboring state of Afghanistan, which played an active role in supporting the Afghan Jihad against the Soviet invasion inside Afghanistan. In the Post-Soviet era inside Afghanistan, Pakistan like the other regional powers tried to protect its national interests in the region through proxy involvement in Afghanistan. It was the support from Pakistan which played a crucial role in the ascendance of the Taliban movement inside Afghanistan.
In the aftermath of the 9/11 and the rise of militancy in the South Asia, Pakistan suffered a lot in terms of human and financial loss. Terrorism is not only a problem of US and the Afghanistan alone. Pakistan considers it as its biggest problem in the contemporary security environment. The enunciation of US Af-Pak policy and exit policy; safe havens of terrorists in the tribal regions of Pakistan; drone attacks inside FATA; the blame game against the Pakistani security agencies, the Indian role inside Afghanistan; Pakistan‘s bilateral and multilateral relations with its regional neighbors on the issue of militancy and extremism; breach of Pakistan‘s red lines by the US in the recent past and the dominance of anti-Americanism inside Pakistan are few of the key thematic issues which are going to define and describe diverse narratives on the US role in Afghanistan and its implications for Pakistan in particular.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

• Abstract
• List of Acronyms & Abbreviations
• Chapter 1: Introduction
• Chapter 2: The US-Afghan Relations: A Historical Perspective
• Chapter 3: The US-Afghan Relations During Obama Era (2008-2012): Implications for Pakistan
• Chapter 4: The US-Afghan Exit Strategy and its Implications for Pakistan
• Chapter 5: The US Af-Pak Policy and its Implications for Pakistan
• Chapter 6: The Role of Pakistan in the Afghan Quagmire
• Chapter 7: The US-Pakistan Relations: A Critical Analysis
• Chapter 8: The Future of US-Afghan Relations and its Implications for Pakistan
• Conclusion
• Bibliography

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte

This dissertation examines the US-Afghanistan relations during the Obama era (2008-2012) and its implications for Pakistan. It analyzes the US-Afghan exit strategy and the US Af-Pak policy, exploring their impact on the region and particularly on Pakistan's security, politics, and economy. The study delves into the historical context of US-Afghan relations, the role of Pakistan in the Afghan quagmire, and the complexities of US-Pakistan relations.

• The US-Afghan exit strategy and its implications for Pakistan
• The US Af-Pak policy and its impact on the region
• The role of Pakistan in the Afghan quagmire
• The complexities of US-Pakistan relations
• The future of US-Afghan relations and its implications for Pakistan

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel

Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the research topic, outlining the objectives and methodology of the study. It highlights the significance of the US-Afghan relations in the context of the war on terror and its impact on Pakistan. Chapter 2 delves into the historical context of US-Afghan relations, tracing the evolution of their relationship from the Cold War era to the post-9/11 period. It examines the key events and factors that shaped the US-Afghan relationship, including the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, the rise of the Taliban, and the US-led invasion in 2001. Chapter 3 focuses on the US-Afghan relations during the Obama era (2008-2012), analyzing the US-Afghan exit strategy and its implications for Pakistan. It examines the Obama administration's approach to Afghanistan, including the surge in troops, the transition to Afghan security forces, and the negotiations with the Taliban. Chapter 4 explores the US-Afghan exit strategy in detail, examining its objectives, implementation, and challenges. It analyzes the impact of the exit strategy on Pakistan, including the security implications, the economic consequences, and the political ramifications. Chapter 5 delves into the US Af-Pak policy, examining its objectives, implementation, and challenges. It analyzes the impact of the Af-Pak policy on Pakistan, including the security implications, the economic consequences, and the political ramifications. Chapter 6 examines the role of Pakistan in the Afghan quagmire, analyzing its historical involvement in Afghanistan, its strategic interests in the region, and its relationship with the Taliban. It explores the challenges faced by Pakistan in navigating the complex dynamics of the Afghan conflict. Chapter 7 provides a critical analysis of US-Pakistan relations, examining the historical context of their relationship, the key issues that have shaped their interactions, and the challenges they face in building a constructive partnership. It explores the impact of the war on terror on US-Pakistan relations, including the use of drone strikes, the issue of safe havens for militants, and the role of the Pakistani military. Chapter 8 concludes the dissertation by examining the future of US-Afghan relations and its implications for Pakistan. It analyzes the potential scenarios for the future of Afghanistan, the challenges facing the Afghan government, and the role of regional powers in shaping the future of the country. It also explores the implications of the US-Afghan relationship for Pakistan, including the security implications, the economic consequences, and the political ramifications.

Schlüsselwörter

The keywords and focus themes of the text include US-Afghanistan relations, Obama era, implications for Pakistan, US-Afghan exit strategy, US Af-Pak policy, Afghan quagmire, Pakistan's role, US-Pakistan relations, war on terror, security, politics, economy, and regional dynamics.

• Hochschule: Quaid I Azam University (School of Politics & IR)
• Veranstaltung: International Relations
• Note: B
• Autor: Allauddin Kakar (Autor:in)
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2014
• Seiten: 120
• Katalognummer: V286515
• ISBN (eBook): 9783656868286
• ISBN (Buch): 9783656868293
• Sprache: Englisch
• Schlagworte: us-afghanistan, relations, obama, implications, pakistan