Dissecting Pakistan’s Afghan Policy | Afrasiab Khattak with Amir Zia | Full Podcast | Narratives

Описание: In this in-depth episode of the Narratives Podcast, senior politician and analyst Afrasiab Khattak joins Amir Zia for a thoughtful discussion on Pakistan’s Afghan policy, regional relations, and the broader geopolitical landscape of South Asia.

The conversation explores historical context, diplomatic challenges, regional stability, and Pakistan’s strategic interests, offering viewers a balanced and analytical perspective on Pakistan-Afghanistan relations and their impact on the region.

This episode is focused on policy analysis, diplomacy, and regional affairs, presented in an informative and discussion-based format.

📌 Watch the full conversation for insights into South Asian geopolitics and foreign policy thinking.

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00:00 – Introduction
02:30 – Afghan Taliban: From allies to rivals
05:08 – Durand Line: A historical perspective
05:40 – Bacha Khan’s administration in the then NWFP
08:45 – Afghan Taliban’s rise & Pakistan
10:00 – Has Pakistan misunderstood or mismanaged the Afghan Taliban?
12:00 – Who created the TTP?
14:20 – Mackinder’s theory
16:20 – Pakistani policymaking – a critical view
18:10 – Pakistan relations with Ashraf Ghani & Hamid Karzai govts
20:00 – What’s the way forward to improve Pak–Afghan relations?
23:17 – PTI’s approach toward the Afghan government & refugees
24:42 – Conclusion