This book analyses Pakistan’s foreign policy and external relations with a focus on contemporary developments, including the impact of the new government of Prime Minister Imran Khan, the powerful military, and the “middle power” status.

Structured in two parts – Foundation and Operationalization – the book provides a broad overview of Pakistan’s foreign policy and addresses specific foreign policy choices. Contributor’s explore issues such asPakistan’s middle power status from a theoretical perspective, Imran Khan’s foreign policy, Pakistan’s relations with Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), the EU, and Pakistan’s evolving Indian Ocean strategy.Based on in-depth interviews with Pakistani scholars, politicians, and diplomats, the book offers a timely perspective on Pakistan’s foreign policy.