This book delineates the role that Pakistan should play in the largely anarchic world of the twenty-first century in order to best serve the country¿s long-term national interests. Its main aim is to lay down the parameters within which Pakistan¿s grand strategy should be formulated, taking into account the evolving global and regional security environment and Pakistan¿s historical experience. Provided here is an in-depth analysis and critical evaluation of the past record of Pakistan¿s foreign policy within this context, bringing out its successes and failures, strengths and weaknesses. Based on these analyses, a comprehensive approach is recommended for safeguarding Pakistan¿s national security and promoting its prosperity