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\n\u201cCASS \u2018Author\u2019s Talk\u2019 on Pakistan-India Relations: Fractured Past, Uncertain Future underscores the enduring challenges and strategic imperatives shaping Pakistan\u2013India relations.\u201d
\nThe Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies (CASS), Islamabad, hosted a Catalyst Conversation on the recently published book,\u00a0Pakistan-India Relations: Fractured Past, Uncertain Future, on 8 October 2025. The author of the book, Ambassador Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry (Retd) provided a nuanced exploration of the evolution of bilateral ties, the structural impediments to peace, and the possible pathways for recalibrating relations between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. The event was attended by members of academia and intellectuals. As an independent think tank, CASS continues to arrange academic events for academia and practitioners interested in National Security in its wider context.
\nAir Commodore Raza Haider (Retd), Director at CASS, moderated the session and introduced the new CASS series, \u201cAuthor\u2019s Talk.\u201d In his opening remarks, he posed two key questions: why Pakistan\u2019s relations with India remain fractured despite leadership efforts, and why the future of Pak-India relations appears uncertain. He enlightened that the author\u2019s deep diplomatic experience and research would provide a strong foundation for an engaging and insightful discussion.
\nThe keynote speaker and author of the book, Ambassador Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry (Retd), identified four fundamental causes of the disconnect between Pakistan and India: (1) deep-rooted historical mistrust, (2) territorial disputes emerging after Partition, including Jammu & Kashmir etc. (3) India\u2019s exploitation and narration of the cross-border terrorism narrative in the post-9\/11 era, and (4) India\u2019s hegemonic aspirations under the Hindutva doctrine. Addressing the uncertain future, he emphasised four essential steps for Pakistan: (1) remain open to dialogue without appearing either insistent or dismissive, (2) maintain robust military preparedness against any misadventure, (3) transition from a traditional to a comprehensive security framework, and (4) actively promote Pakistan\u2019s perspective through effective narrative building.
\nConcluding the session, Air Marshal Javaid Ahmed (Retd), President CASS, highlighted that the book, Pakistan\u2013India Relations: Fractured Past, Uncertain Future, has acquired even greater relevance in the aftermath of the May 2025 military clash between Pakistan and India, which has further intensified the longstanding rivalry between the two countries.
\nHe emphasised the importance of articulating and promoting Pakistan\u2019s narrative more effectively and convincingly, particularly in countering India\u2019s propaganda in both 2019 and May\u00a02025\u00a0conflicts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Islamabad \u201cCASS \u2018Author\u2019s Talk\u2019 on Pakistan-India Relations: Fractured Past, Uncertain Future underscores the enduring challenges and strategic imperatives shaping Pakistan\u2013India relations.\u201d The Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies (CASS), Islamabad, hosted a Catalyst Conversation on the recently published book,\u00a0Pakistan-India Relations: Fractured Past, Uncertain Future, on 8 October 2025. The author of the book, Ambassador Aizaz […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":508252,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-508241","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-national"},"yoast_head":"\n