Unpacking The U.S.-Pakistan Reset (with Fahd Humayun) The Jacob Shapiro podcast

Unpacking the U.S.-Pakistan Reset (with Fahd Humayun)

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Jacob Shapiro speaks with Fahd Humayun about the shifting geopolitical dynamics in South Asia and the Middle East. They discuss Pakistan’s perspective on the Iran-Israel conflict, U.S.-Pakistan relations under a potential second Trump term, and the strategic implications of Pakistan’s recent military and diplomatic moves. The conversation also explores India-Pakistan tensions, the lowering threshold for military escalation, the role of China in regional alliances, and the internal political challenges facing Pakistan. Humayun emphasizes the need for regional diplomacy, stability, and cautious optimism about Pakistan’s political and democratic future.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Introduction

(01:11) - Current Geopolitical Tensions: Iran, Israel, and Pakistan

(03:48) - Pakistan's Perspective on US Intervention

(05:16) - Unprecedented Meeting: Pakistani Army Chief and President Trump

(08:05) - Historical Context: Pakistan-US Relations

(12:44) - India-Pakistan Relations: Recent Developments

(31:21) - China's Role in South Asia

(43:36) - Domestic Politics in Pakistan

(50:37) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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