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The Importance of Regional Triangular-India-Pakistan-Afghanistan and Russian Interests in the Region
The Importance of Regional Triangular-India-Pakistan-Afghanistan and Russian Interests in the Region

Author(s): Emilia Alaverdov
Subject(s): Government/Political systems, International relations/trade, Security and defense, Political behavior, Comparative politics, Geopolitics
Published by: Fundacja Pro Scientia Publica
Keywords: Russia; India; Pakistan; Afghanistan, Asia; region; neighborhood; politics;

Summary/Abstract: Aim. The paper aims to analyse the importance of such a tangled triangle as India-Pakistan-Afghanistan and its impact over the whole of Asia and its regional stability and security. The already complex region is complicated by interference of such great powers as Russia pursuing its interests in the whole regional politics and of each country separately. The paper examines the strategic interests and the level of cooperation and influence of India in Afghanistan and its implications for Pakistan. Methods. The study is mainly based on the following research methods: descriptive, analysis and document analysis, The paper is based on the books, scientific papers, studies and researches conducted by researchers in this field. Results. We can claim that the work clearly describes the significant role of India that makes its presence justified there to achieve its broader aims via Afghanistan. Although there will remain a sizeable role of US presence in Afghanistan, however, India is providing local socio-economic infrastructure and civil, military, and political services to promote peace and security in the war-torn country, which represents a threat and anxiety for the whole region. Conclusion. Regional cooperation between the five landlocked Central Asian republics, Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan opens up new directions and opportunities for the development of trade and economic relations. The Central Asian republics show great interest in the establishment of transport corridors through Afghanistan with access to the warm seas of the Arabian Sea and the Persian Gulf. Iran and Pakistan are developing their ports in anticipation of increased exports/ imports and increased transit of goods.

  • Issue Year: 13/2022
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 85-94
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: English