Abstract
Pakistan was selected as a frontline state in the US-led war against terrorism for two
fundamental reasons: at instant, the US wanted to isolate Afghanistan and Taliban breaking
its alliance with Pakistan and the second reason was Pakistan’s geostrategic position to
make this war favorable for US from several perspectives. Whereas for Pakistan this
participation was based on a three-pronged strategy: firstly, to avoid the wrath of the US;
secondly, to make the best use of this opportunity for economic benefits; and thirdly, to thwart
all Indian propagandas to postulate Pakistan as a sponsor of extremism and terrorism. This
article explores the backdrop of Pakistan’s major interests in the war on terror and the
ground realities related to its participation. It also discusses the major concerns of the US
regarding Pakistan’s performance in this war. In addition, this article addresses the questions
about weaknesses and loopholes of this war due to which Pakistan is still entangled in this
endless action beyond the decade.
Ishrat Afshan Abbasi. (2013) Pakistan’s Participation in the War on Terror and US Concerns: An Analysis, Journal of Independent Studies and Research-Management, Social Sciences and Economics, Volume-11, Issue-1.
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