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Gender Book

Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism in Pakistan: Why Policewomen Must Have a Role

Allison Peters, March 2014

Summary

Violent extremism continues to plague Pakistan, as the government struggles to combat militant groups that contribute to political, economic, and social instability. Numerous terrorist organizations operate within the nation’s borders, launching attacks on the Pakistani population and in neighboring Afghanistan and India.

Keywords

Violent Extremism Terrorism Security

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Theme
Gender
Type
Book
Format
Adobe PDF
Published
31 March 2014
Author
Allison Peters
Access
Open access

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