Pakistan: sources of stability and instability [WP919]

This conference discussed the following points:

• How will politics and democratic development in Pakistan evolve?
• How can democratic institutions be strengthened, and the state become more accountable to its citizens?
• What measures are needed to tackle violent extremism, as well as regional and ethnic fissures?
• What role can education, civil society and youth play in combating radicalism?
• To what extent is economic growth reducing poverty?
• How should the international community engage with Pakistan?