Moeed Yusuf on Pakistan’s Elections

July 25, 2018 00:08:31
Moeed Yusuf on Pakistan’s Elections
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Moeed Yusuf on Pakistan’s Elections

Jul 25 2018 | 00:08:31

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Show Notes

On Pakistan’s Election Day, Moeed Yusuf analyzes the significance of the country holding its third democratic election in a row amid a persistent power imbalance between the military and civilian spheres. Concerning U.S. interests, Yusuf says American engagement with Pakistan must go beyond Afghanistan issues, which Islamabad does not view as a top priority.

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