Abstract
The theoretical framework is Mackinder’s Heartland Theory witnessing the exit of Columbian Age. The New Age is of novel explorations like hypersonic, satellite, communication, transportation, cyber, surveillance, stealth, laser, drone, antiballistic-missile and space technologies plus altered strategic and economic outlooks. The Central Asian steppe, the Heartland, is the fulcrum of the New Great Game of the 21st Century. The management of strategic and economic interests to the exclusion of others has emerged as the focus of the New Great Game. The interests include the Silk Road, lithium, gold, copper, cobalt and other minerals and metals in addition to the oil and gas pipelines and the military bases. Americans have Eurasia in view as a sphere of influence. The idea is to contain China, force Russia and Pakistan, whereas, India is perceived as a reluctant partner. Iran is signaling détente; though, the strategic function expected in the function of neo-imperialism is being signaled. American strategic, legal and financial power is active. Yet, the locals are no more negligible. A new Balance of Power is in gestation in the pivot area of Eurasia. The passage of time demands a new fusion. It is time to pause and knee the book. The breach first occurs in MIND.
Dr. Khalil-ur-Rehman. (2014) The New Great Game: A Strategic Analysis , The Dialogue, Volume 9, Issue 1.
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