Geo Economic significance of Pakistan
A Strategic Nexus for Regional and Global Dynamic
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https://doi.org/10.36755/khaldunia.v4i1.107Keywords:
Energy Project, Regional Integration, Geo Politics, Geo Economy, GeographyAbstract
Pakistan has geography with much strategic importance regionally as well as globally. Pakistan situated at the crossroad of Central Asia, Middle East and South Asia. Pakistan has immense strategic significance due to its geographical location that it connects key regions. This article aims to explore the multidimensional significance of Pakistan's geography, focusing on its role in regional integration, development, and its geoeconomic and geopolitical importance for neighboring and regional countries. It also facilitates strategic and economic routes of the region which make it an important country in region as well as in world. The purpose of this article is to explore the multidimensional significance of the geography of Pakistan and its role in regional integration, development, geoeconomic and geopolitical importance for neighboring and regional countries. By examining Pakistan's connections with countries like China, India, Afghanistan, Iran, and the broader Middle East, this article sheds light on the intricate web of relationships and dependencies that underscore Pakistan's strategic value. The findings underscore the necessity for leveraging Pakistan's geographic advantages to promote regional cooperation and sustainable development, positioning Pakistan as a central player in the economic and political dynamics of the region and beyond.
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