Dynamics of Malaysia-Pakistan Relations: Historical Perspective and Contemporary Challenges in the 21st Century
The relations between Malaysia and Pakistan have historically been characterized by cultural affinity, economic cooperation, and diplomatic collaboration. Rooted in shared historical ties and cultural connections, these two nations have fostered bilateral relations that have strengthened over time. However, in the contemporary context of the 21st century, both countries face a set of challenges that require careful navigation to maintain and enhance their relationship. Geopolitical upheavals, economic volatility, and worries about regional security are some of these difficulties. Notwithstanding these challenges, trade, people-to-people contacts, and diplomatic engagement all present chances for Malaysia and Pakistan to strengthen their alliance. For both nations to properly navigate their relationship and reach the full potential of their bilateral cooperation in the modern period, an understanding of the historical dynamics and current problems is important.
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Malaysia, Pakistan, Bilateral Relations, Historical Perspective, Contemporary Challenges
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(1) Arif Hussain
Undergraduate, Department of Politics and International Studies, Karakoram International University, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.
(2) Ghulam Mehdi
Undergraduate, Department of Politics and International Studies, Karakoram International University, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.
(3) Muhammad Ismail
Visiting Lecturer, Department of Politics and International Studies, Karakoram International University, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.
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Cite this article
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APA : Hussain, A., Mehdi, G., & Ismail, M. (2024). Dynamics of Malaysia-Pakistan Relations: Historical Perspective and Contemporary Challenges in the 21st Century. Global Political Review, IX(I), 21-28. https://doi.org/10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-I).03
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CHICAGO : Hussain, Arif, Ghulam Mehdi, and Muhammad Ismail. 2024. "Dynamics of Malaysia-Pakistan Relations: Historical Perspective and Contemporary Challenges in the 21st Century." Global Political Review, IX (I): 21-28 doi: 10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-I).03
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HARVARD : HUSSAIN, A., MEHDI, G. & ISMAIL, M. 2024. Dynamics of Malaysia-Pakistan Relations: Historical Perspective and Contemporary Challenges in the 21st Century. Global Political Review, IX, 21-28.
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MHRA : Hussain, Arif, Ghulam Mehdi, and Muhammad Ismail. 2024. "Dynamics of Malaysia-Pakistan Relations: Historical Perspective and Contemporary Challenges in the 21st Century." Global Political Review, IX: 21-28
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MLA : Hussain, Arif, Ghulam Mehdi, and Muhammad Ismail. "Dynamics of Malaysia-Pakistan Relations: Historical Perspective and Contemporary Challenges in the 21st Century." Global Political Review, IX.I (2024): 21-28 Print.
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OXFORD : Hussain, Arif, Mehdi, Ghulam, and Ismail, Muhammad (2024), "Dynamics of Malaysia-Pakistan Relations: Historical Perspective and Contemporary Challenges in the 21st Century", Global Political Review, IX (I), 21-28
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TURABIAN : Hussain, Arif, Ghulam Mehdi, and Muhammad Ismail. "Dynamics of Malaysia-Pakistan Relations: Historical Perspective and Contemporary Challenges in the 21st Century." Global Political Review IX, no. I (2024): 21-28. https://doi.org/10.31703/gpr.2024(IX-I).03