Therefore, the gist of this book is that Pakistan is Janus-faced. The factors that make it resilient, such as its disciplined army and feudal society, have also contributed to its challenges. Funds that should be allocated to human development often go to the military. Additionally, the feudal system has plagued Pakistan’s political landscape with corruption and nepotism. Unfortunately, these factors are seen as necessary for its survival; without them, Pakistan might become disorganized and face potential breakdown.
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During the 2010s, Western media often labeled Pakistan as a failed, or a rouge state. However, Professor Anatol Lieven, in his book Pakistan: A Hard Country, argues that Pakistan is actually a resilient nation.
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