Political Disruption, the IMF, and Pakistan: What Does the Future Hold?
Political Disruption, the IMF, and Pakistan: What Does the Future Hold? presents an incisive analysis of the complex interplay between political instability and economic policy in Pakistan. Drawing on extensive historical context, the authors trace the evolution of Pakistan’s economy from its post-independence challenges to contemporary fiscal dilemmas. The book critically examines the enduring legacy of colonial structures and early developmental shortcomings that have shaped the nation’s economic landscape. It offers a comprehensive evaluation of Pakistan’s recurrent reliance on International Monetary Fund programs as both a stabilizing force and a source of dependency. Through empirical evidence and case studies, the authors reveal how political disruptions have directly influenced fiscal policies and governance. The narrative interweaves the dynamics of military interventions, democratic transitions, and policy reforms to elucidate systemic challenges. A detailed analysis is provided on how IMF conditionalities, including austerity measures, have impacted social equity and long-term development. The work situates Pakistan’s domestic economic struggles within the broader context of global financial pressures and geopolitical alliances. This rigorous academic inquiry contributes novel insights to the literature on political economy and development studies.
Sher Hassan: Sher Hassan is a distinguished and renowned lecturer in the Department of Political Science at the University of Malakand. He is a prolific researcher and writer with a substantial body of published work. He has made significant contributions to various national and international journals, shedding light on pivotal issues in the realm of Political Science. His scholarly work demonstrates a deep insight on the nuances of politics and governance, providing valuable repertoire of information to academics, policymakers, and enthusiasts. This book serves as a testament to his expertise and commitment to augmenting knowledge in the field of political science.
Kashif Lodhi : Kashif is affiliated with the Department of Management, Economics, and Quantitative Methods at the Università degli Studi di Bergamo, Italy, and the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Environmental Sciences at Università Politécnica delle Marche, Italy. His research spans multidisciplinary fields, reflecting his dedication to academic excellence.
Shahid Jan Afridi : Mr. Jan is a PhD Scholar of Political Science at Peoples’ Friendship University Moscow, Russia (RUDN University) Department of Humanities and Social Sciences E-mail: 1042235364@pfur.ruI and shahidjanawkum@gmail.com and worked as research Assistant at Abdul Wali khan university Mardan Pakistan from the last 13 years. I have 8 publication on international journal.
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