The Impact of the Afghan-Soviet War on Pakistan

Product Information

• ISBN-13: 9780199405473 / 978-0199405473
• ISBN-10: 0199405476
• Author: Imrana Begum
• Publisher: Oxford University Press Pakistan
• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Pages: 340
• Publication Date: April 22, 2018

Overview

The Impact of the Afghan-Soviet War on Pakistan by Imrana Begum provides a deep analysis of how the 1979-1989 Afghan-Soviet conflict influenced Pakistan politically, socially, and economically. The book explores Pakistan’s role in the war, the influx of Afghan refugees, the rise of militant groups, and long-term geopolitical consequences that continue to shape the region.

Through meticulous research and detailed narratives, Imrana Begum examines:
✅ Pakistan’s involvement in the war and its alliance with the US and Mujahideen forces.
✅ The social and economic effects of the massive Afghan refugee influx.
✅ The rise of militant extremism and its long-term implications for Pakistan.
✅ The shifting dynamics of Pakistan’s military and intelligence agencies during and after the war.
✅ How the war altered Pakistan’s relations with global powers and its neighboring countries.

This book is an essential resource for scholars, historians, and policy analysts interested in understanding the lasting effects of Cold War-era conflicts on South Asia.

Product Features

✔ Comprehensive Analysis – Covers political, economic, and social impacts of the war on Pakistan.
✔ Extensively Researched – Based on archival materials, interviews, and government records.
✔ Scholarly yet Accessible – Written in a style that balances academic rigor with readability.
✔ Long-Term Perspective – Examines how the Afghan-Soviet War continues to shape Pakistan’s security and foreign policy.

Interesting Facts

Over 3 million Afghan refugees sought asylum in Pakistan due to the war.
The conflict led to the emergence of extremist groups in Pakistan and Afghanistan, influencing global terrorism.
The U.S. and Pakistan played a key role in supporting Afghan Mujahideen against the Soviet Union.
Pakistan’s intelligence agency (ISI) became a crucial player in Cold War geopolitics due to this conflict.

Publisher Details

Published by Oxford University Press Pakistan, this book provides a crucial understanding of a war that reshaped South Asian politics and global security.

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