S.4 EP.2: The geopolitics of Pakistan
🇵🇰 With 240 million inhabitants, 1 million troops and nuclear weapons, Pakistan is a geopolitical heavyweight. Yet, its fate is rarely a prominent topic in international media. But beneath the surface lies a nation shaping the future of South Asia - and beyond. In this episode, we talk with Calvin Nixon, to unpack Pakistan’s foreign policy, its role in South Asia, and the key dynamics shaping its future.Recommendations ​Modi’s India ​China & Russia: An axis to rule the world? ​Geopolitical Outlook 2025(00:00) - Introduction(01:26) - Historical context & Pakistan’s domestic politics (17:01) - Pakistan’s role in the great power competition: West vs East(26:52) - Road ahead & conclusions