Pakistan: Why It Is Important to the United States?


Pakistan is very important for the United States because of its location and role in South Asia, Central Asia, and West Asia. Its position makes it a bridge between different regions that matter for security, trade, and politics.

In South Asia, India is growing fast in economy and military power. The United States wants India to be strong so it can handle China by itself. But the U.S. also does not want India to become too powerful and dominate the region. This is where Pakistan comes in. Even though Pakistan is smaller than India, it is next to India and can influence it. Pakistan helps keep India balanced, so the region stays stable. Think of it like a seesaw: India is the heavy kid on one side, Pakistan is the lighter kid on the other side, and the U.S. is like a hand making sure the seesaw stays balanced.

In Central Asia, Pakistan connects countries like Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan to the sea through its ports, such as Gwadar and Karachi. This makes trade easier and faster. The U.S. also works with Pakistan to fight terrorism in this region because problems in Afghanistan or Central Asia can affect other countries. By cooperating with Pakistan, the U.S. can maintain security and trade routes without sending too many soldiers.

In West Asia (Middle East), Pakistan is important for politics and diplomacy. It has good relations with countries like Iran and Gulf nations. Pakistan can help stabilize conflicts, take part in peace missions, or support international plans, such as peace efforts in Gaza. The U.S. sees Pakistan as a partner who can work in the Middle East without direct American intervention.

We can understand this idea better with history. During the French Revolution and afterward, Britain followed a policy called splendid isolation. Britain stayed out of most wars unless one country, like France, became too strong. Then Britain would act to keep the balance of power, making sure no single country ruled Europe. Today, the U.S. is doing something similar in Asia. It wants India strong, but it also wants Pakistan to keep India balanced. This way, no single country, like China or India, becomes too powerful in the region.

In conclusion, Pakistan is not just a South Asian country. Its location, security role, and trade routes make it a key partner for the U.S. in South Asia, Central Asia, and West Asia. By working with Pakistan, the U.S. can maintain balance, stability, trade, and peace across the region. Pakistan’s role may not be about being the strongest country, but it is essential for keeping Asia safe and balanced.

Thoughts / Syed Azam Ali Shah 

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