Navigating Globalization: Pakistan’s Sovereign State Challenges and Emerging Opportunities
Keywords:
Economy, Globalization, Technology, Infrastructure, Financial OpportunityAbstract
Globalization, driven by economic factors and technological advancements, often conflicts with nation-state systems, a tension present since the Peace of Westphalia in 1648. The rapid pace of technological development has further challenged national sovereignty, although the COVID-19 pandemic temporarily strengthened state control over borders and trade. Pakistan, founded on the Two Nations Theory and strategically located, continues to face significant regional, economic, and political challenges 75 years post-independence. This study uses the critical theory of globalization and discourse analysis to explore these challenges and examines case studies of India, South Korea, Bangladesh, and Vietnam to offer lessons for Pakistan to navigate its current issues and leverage globalization effectively.
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