ISLAMABAD -- The recent U.S. sanctions on Pakistani entities contributing to long-range missile programs are motivated by Washington's Indo-Pacific security strategy, analysts say, but could result in tilting the power balance in South Asia in favor of India.
International relations
U.S. sanctions on Pakistan could tilt region's power balance toward India
Analysts say decision by Washington is rooted in Indo-Pacific security strategy
Pakistani-made Shaheen-3 and Ghauri missiles are displayed during a military parade to mark Pakistan National Day in Islamabad in March 2022. © AP
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