Transitioning Pakistan's Hard Power Image: A Strategic Exploration of Shifting Paradigms towards Soft Power Diplomacy

Authors

  • Dr. Saqib Khan Warraich Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Government College University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
  • Hafeez Ul Rehman M Phil Scholar, Department of Political Science, Government College University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
  • Dr. Umair Ahmed Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, Government College University Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35484/pssr.2023(7-III)11

Keywords:

Hard Power, Image, Pakistan, Soft Power

Abstract

The objective of this research is to examine the hard power perception of Pakistan and explore strategies for transforming it into a soft power image. The global community cannot ignore the developments in Pakistan due to its strategic location, large population, strong military, and nuclear weapons. Military leadership has significant share in the policy making. Qualitative approaches are employed in this research. Pakistan's "hard power" image has produced diplomatic challenges worldwide. It has a bad reputation among civilized nations due to human rights abuses, extremism, terrorism, and military interference in civil matters. Today's quick communication affects people worldwide through the internet and other ways. Narratives are constructed through the employment of soft power instruments. Strengthening of civil governments, cultural & educational exchange programs, electronic media, improvements of human rights, regional connectivity, trade, and public diplomacy, are some of the recommendations for the improvement of the image of Pakistan.

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Published

2023-09-30

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How to Cite

Warraich, S. K., Rehman, H. U., & Ahmed, U. (2023). Transitioning Pakistan’s Hard Power Image: A Strategic Exploration of Shifting Paradigms towards Soft Power Diplomacy. Pakistan Social Sciences Review, 7(3), 126–139. https://doi.org/10.35484/pssr.2023(7-III)11