State, Diplomacy & Pakistan's Foreign Affairs | Talha Ahad Podcast | Episode 40

In this week's episode, our guest and former foreign secretary of Pakistan, Mr. Shamshad Ahmad, takes us back to the days of partition and Pakistan's formative years. He shares stories from his diplomatic missions around the world, including a significant encounter with Mullah Omar. Mr. Shamshad also articulates his perspective on Pakistan's policies towards Israel and provides insight into his thoughts on the future of democracy in the country.

00:00:00 - Preview
00:02:42 - Introduction
00:05:37 - The Unforeseen Partition of Punjab
00:12:22 - Who was Shamshad Ahmad's inspiration?
00:15:33 - Do Punjabis and Sindhis Lack a Sense of Nationhood?
00:30:25 - The state of Pakistan's bureaucracy
00:31:53 - Diplomatic Crisis During The Fall of Dhaka
00:39:27 - How Does a Cipher Operate in State Departments?
00:41:32 - What Was It Like Working With Nawaz Sharif?
00:45:03 - Back Channel Diplomacy with India
00:48:12 - Bhutto and the Fall of Dhaka
01:00:07 - Is Pakistan Going to Recognize Israel?
01:12:49 - The Peace Negotiations with Mullah Omar
01:23:50 - Ending Remarks

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