Understanding the Roots of Pakistan’s Current Challenges

Since its traumatic partition from British India in 1947, Pakistan has struggled with its national identity and sociopolitical stability. The country’s instability is of great consequence to regional and international security, with major issues including nuclear weapons, a long-standing rivalry with India, and a troubled border with conflict-ridden Afghanistan. Originally published in 2010, this video examines the roots of Pakistan’s challenges and the country’s role in the region and the world. It features insights from experts and thinkers such as Daniel Markey, Pervez Hoodbhoy, and Isobel Coleman. This video was a part of CFR.org’s Emmy award–winning multimedia Crisis Guide series, aimed at providing detailed, tailored resources for exploring some of the world’s most complex disputes. Subscribe to our channel: https://goo.gl/WCYsH7 The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher. Visit the CFR website: http://www.cfr.org Follow CFR on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/cfr_org Follow CFR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/councilonforeignrelations/