Overall Highlights

• Tensions between India and Pakistan continue to be influenced by international dynamics, particularly US relations with both countries.
• Pakistan’s internal political struggles, including military influence, are impacting its foreign policy and relations with India.
• Economic challenges in Pakistan, highlighted by IMF concerns, could affect its strategic posture in South Asia.
• The Kashmir issue remains a focal point in India-Pakistan relations, with international discussions urging recognition of it as a dispute.
• Growing ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh are raising concerns about regional stability and extremism.

India Perspective (India Sources)

• India is closely monitoring the evolving US-Pakistan relations and their implications for Kashmir.
• Concerns are raised about Pakistan’s military influence in politics, which could destabilize the region further.
• Economic issues in Pakistan, such as IMF warnings, are seen as potential weaknesses that India could leverage in diplomatic discussions.
• India emphasizes the importance of international recognition of Kashmir as a disputed territory, aligning with UK discussions.

Pakistan Perspective (Pakistan Sources)

• Pakistan seeks international recognition of Kashmir as a legitimate dispute, with recent debates in the UK supporting this stance.
• Internal political dynamics in Pakistan, including civil-military relations, are crucial for shaping its foreign policy towards India.
• Pakistan’s economic situation, with reserves reported at $19.61 billion, is under scrutiny, affecting its strategic decisions.
• The strengthening of Bangladesh-Pakistan ties is viewed as a strategic move, though it raises concerns about regional extremism.

Sources

This summary is based on 20 articles from the following sources:

1. [en-IN] Flattery Is The Key That Unlocks Trump — And The World Knows It; Owing To This factor, Trump Tilted Toward - Free Press Journal (12/12/2025)
2. [en-IN] The Fault Line of Power/ Civil -Military Struggle and the Battle for Pakistan’s Democratic Future - Countercurrents (12/12/2025)
3. [en-IN] EXPLAINED: Why Pakistan military court sentenced former spy chief to 14 years in jail, what’s his link to ex- - india.com (12/12/2025)
4. [en-IN] Growing Bangladesh-Pakistan ties could drive extremism and instability: Report - The Statesman (12/12/2025)
5. [en-IN] IMF Flags Risks, Slippages In Pakistan Reforms Despite $1.2 Billion Tranche - Ommcom News (12/12/2025)
6. [en-IN] Pakistan–Bangladesh–China Strategic Geometry In South Asia – OpEd - Eurasia Review (12/12/2025)
7. [en-IN] US Policy Towards Pakistan and Its Impact on Kashmir - Brighter Kashmir (12/11/2025)
8. [en-IN] Pakistan, China conduct joint counter-terrorism exercise - The Express Tribune (12/11/2025)
9. [en-IN] The enigma that is Pakistan - Daily Excelsior (12/11/2025)
10. [en-IN] US-India Relations Under Strain: Renewed US-Pakistan Ties Explained - Meyka (12/11/2025)
11. [en-PK] UK debate urges recognition of Kashmir as int’l dispute - The Express Tribune (12/12/2025)
12. [en-PK] Dhaka says can join grouping bypassing SAARC - The Express Tribune (12/12/2025)
13. [en-PK] Natural Shocks, Climate Risk and Economic Planning - Daily Times (12/12/2025)
14. [en-PK] Russia looks for alternative banking channels - The Express Tribune (12/12/2025)
15. [en-PK] DC unveils first Milly’s ‘Supergirl’ poster with rebellious tagline - Daily Times (12/11/2025)
16. [en-PK] Pakistan’s reserves at $19.61bn; IMF SDR inflow to show in next update - Profit by Pakistan Today (12/11/2025)
17. [en-PK] EU hails Pakistan’s ‘exemplary’ crackdown as Naqvi, Brunner reaffirm joint front against illegal migration - Pakistan Today (12/11/2025)
18. [en-PK] China opposes Mexico’s tariff hikes, urges correction of protectionist move - Pakistan Today (12/11/2025)
19. [en-PK] Myanmar airstrike on Rakhine hospital kills 30, injures dozens - Pakistan Today (12/11/2025)
20. [en-PK] Over 600 artefacts linked to former British Empire stolen from UK museum - The Express Tribune (12/11/2025)