The China Pakistan Axis-Demy PB

China and Pakistan Indias two most powerful neighbours share an all-weather relationship that is as reputed for its depth as it is layered in secrecy. Based on years of research and interviews Andrew Small has put together the story of China and Pakistans growing and in parts troubled friendship. Essential reading to understand the economic political and security map of Asia especially Indias neighbourhood The China-Pakistan Axis explains Beijings extraordinary support to Pakistans nuclear programme and defence planning their strategic cooperation on India the United States and Afghanistan and the implications for counter-terrorism efforts. A special chapter for this Indian edition brings the book up-to-date on Chinas involvement in the Taliban talks.