An Uncivil Society: The Role of Shadow Privatization, Conflict and Ideology in the Governance of Pakistan

Abstract

Pakistan's dysfunctional social structure has prevented the institutionalization of viable economic policy. This chapter looks at the effects of continual conflict, shadow privatization, & the distortion of ideologies to illustrate the obstacles that inhibit economic development. The chapter also examines Pakistan's economy & its position in the international environment. The country's recent economic situation is reviewed, & a scenario is presented in which Pakistan's civil society could prosper. The chapter also looks at international relations, the causes for Pakistan's economic deterioration, & the problems associated with the rise of civil (or "uncivil") society in Pakistan. K. Larsen