
BOOKS - South Asian Insecurity and the Great Powers

South Asian Insecurity and the Great Powers
Author: Barry Buzan
Year: August 1, 1986
Format: PDF
File size: PDF 26 MB
Language: English

Year: August 1, 1986
Format: PDF
File size: PDF 26 MB
Language: English

South Asia is one of the most volatile regions in the world, with multiple conflicts and tensions between India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and China. The region has been plagued by political instability, terrorism, and violence, making it challenging to achieve peace and stability. This book examines the role of great powers in shaping the security dynamics of South Asia and how their actions have contributed to the current state of insecurity in the region. It explores the impact of globalization, technological advancements, and changing power equations on regional security and argues that understanding the technological process of developing modern knowledge is crucial for the survival of humanity and the unity of the warring states. The book begins by discussing the historical context of South Asia's insecurity, including the partition of India and Pakistan, the Kashmir dispute, and the rise of extremist movements. It then delves into the role of great powers in the region, analyzing their interests, strategies, and policies towards South Asia. The authors argue that the pursuit of national interests by these powers has often led to a zero-sum game, where one state's gain is another's loss, exacerbating tensions and fueling conflict. They also examine the impact of globalization and technological advancements on South Asia's security landscape, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges they present. The authors contend that the development of modern knowledge is essential for the survival of humanity and the unity of the warring states. They argue that a personal paradigm for perceiving the technological process of developing modern knowledge is necessary to understand the complex interplay of factors shaping the region's security dynamics.
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