Geopolitical Economy Report

Smoking gun: US-backed coup toppled Pakistan PM Imran Khan over Ukraine neutrality, non-alignment

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Sep 26, 2023
Ben Norton, a political analyst known for his insights on US-backed coups, delves into the ousting of Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan. He explains how Khan's non-alignment and neutrality regarding Ukraine angered the US, leading to significant foreign intervention. The discussion highlights historical parallels with coups in Brazil and Iran, analyzing the IMF's role in exacerbating Pakistan's economic crisis post-coup. Norton also critiques the authoritarian measures taken by the new regime, raising critical questions about national sovereignty and foreign meddling in politics.
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