Waleed Nasir
Waleed Nasir is a freelance journalist based in New York City. Previously, he was chief of staff to Pakistan’s national security adviser. He holds an undergraduate degree in international relations from Brown University and a master’s degree in modern South Asian studies from the University of Oxford.
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India Takes Notice as Pakistan and Bangladesh Strengthen Ties
Pakistan and Bangladesh began strengthening ties following the ouster of former Bangladeshi prime minister Sheikh Hasina in August 2024, after which she sought asylum in India. The thaw has included high-level meetings, the resumption of direct trade and eased visa restrictions — developments that have made India increasingly wary.
Pakistan Struggles to Maintain Strategic Relevance
Since Kabul’s fall, Pakistan has struggled to maintain strategic relevance and its attempts to reengage the U.S. have been largely unsuccessful. Domestic political turmoil, the popularity of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and a rise in militant attacks have complicated this engagement, as have the country’s ties with China.