Baloch Nationalism and the Geopolitics of Energy Resources

Focusing on the Baloch separatist insurgency, the author analyzes the interplay between Pakistan's energy insecurity and the economic significance of Balochistan. As energy demand surges and resources dwindle, the province's strategic importance grows, complicating efforts to address tribal separatism. The author argues for a fundamental shift in Pakistan's counterinsurgency strategies, advocating for collaboration with the Baloch people in energy development to foster peace and stability rather than viewing them as adversaries.