Publication

Nov 2011

In the face of massive economic challenges, a burgeoning population, energy and water shortages, and huge and growing numbers of unemployed workers, especially youth, Pakistan needs to look for ways to move itself out of the economic hole into which it has fallen. Greater trade with India offers an immediate and rich possibility of economic growth for both Pakistan and India. Yet, the obstacles remain. This paper seeks to answer the question: Will India and Pakistan see the advantage of opening borders as being mutually beneficial?

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Author Ishrat Husain
Series Atlantic Council Asia Papers
Publisher Atlantic Council
Copyright © 2011 Atlantic Council
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