ARTICLE:-
CLE :-Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations: An Overview
1. Shared History and Culture
Pakistan and Afghanistan share deep ethnic, religious, and cultural ties, especially through the Pashtun population living across both sides of the Durand Line.
2. Border Dispute
The Durand Line, drawn in 1893, remains a major source of tension. Afghanistan has historically rejected it as an official border, while Pakistan considers it final.
3. Security and Conflict
Since the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979, Pakistan has been deeply involved in Afghan affairs. It supported the Mujahideen, hosted refugees, and later had complex ties with the Taliban. In return, it has faced border instability and militant violence.
4. Economic and Refugee Concerns
Pakistan remains a key trade route for landlocked Afghanistan. However, hosting millions of Afghan refugees for decades has created economic and social strain in Pakistan.
5. Taliban Rule and Current Challenges
After the Taliban returned in 2021, Pakistan expected improved security but instead saw a rise in attacks by groups like the TTP, straining ties further.
Conclusion
Pakistan and Afghanistan have a relationship shaped by history, conflict, and interdependence. Future peace and prosperity depend on mutual trust, open dialogue, and cooperation on shared concerns.
Referral: Dawood Bukhari
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