Pakistan's Evolving Relations with Saudi Arabia: Emerging Dynamics and Challenges
Journal: Policy Perspectives (Vol.16, No. 1)Publication Date: 2019-06-30
Authors : Rashid Ahmed Siddiqi;
Page : 61-76
Keywords : Pak-Saudi Relations; Indo-Saudi Relations; Pak-Iran Relations; Foreign Policy; Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (ICTMC);
Abstract
Historically, based on shared values of culture and religion, Pakistan's relations with Saudi Arabia have become increasingly complex over time. This has occurred in the backdrop of important geopolitical and economic shifts in the region, leading to a new dynamic equilibrium in the Pak-Saudi bilateral ties. Strong relations with Riyadh have become a crucial element of Pakistan's overall foreign policy, given the latter's intermittent economic support by the former, which underscores the significance of the Kingdom; however, deepening Indo-Saudi ties can also not be overlooked or underestimated. This paper gives an overview of ever-evolving Pak-Saudi ties, while taking into consideration current dynamics of the Kingdom's role in the Middle East and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries as well as in the South Asian region.
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