{"title":"Ayesha Siddiqa","description":"\u003cp\u003eAyesha Siddiqa is a distinguished Pakistani military scientist and political commentator, known for her incisive analysis and expert insights into South Asia's military and defence sectors. Her works are essential reading for those interested in the intricate dynamics of military influence in politics and the socio-economic landscape of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her most acclaimed books, \u003cem\u003eMilitary Inc.: Inside Pakistan's Military Economy\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a revealing look into the powerful grip the military holds over Pakistan's economic and political realms. By blending thorough research with a compelling narrative, Siddiqa sheds light on the deep-seated impact of military power beyond the conventional battlefield, stretching into the heart of the nation's economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSiddiqa's works fall squarely within the History \u0026amp; Military categories, serving as invaluable resources for historians, academics, and anyone keen to understand the often opaque interplay between military forces and national governance. Her perspective provides a nuanced, insider’s view that is rarely accessible, making her contributions vital for a comprehensive understanding of South Asian geopolitics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our collection of Ayesha Siddiqa's books to delve into the hidden corridors of power and gain a deeper appreciation for the complex history of military influence in modern nations.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"military-inc-by-ayesha-siddiqa-9780745399010","title":"Military Inc.","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePakistan is a strategic ally of the US in the 'war on terror'. It is the third largest recipient of US aid in the world. Yet Pakistan is a state run by its army and intelligence service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOperating in the shadows, Pakistan's military industrial complex owns and controls swathes of the economic and political landscape of the country. \u003cem\u003eMilitary Inc.\u003c\/em\u003e dares to illuminate the military as an oppressive holding company possessing not just security-related businesses, but also hotels, shopping malls, insurance companies, banks, farms and even an airline. The result is a deeply undemocratic society, where money is funnelled towards the military's economic enterprises, leaving those in need of it impoverished and effectively disenfranchised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith an empirical richness, and a view to Pakistan's recent history, Ayesha Siddiqa offers a detailed and powerful case study of a global phenomenon: corruption, hollow economic growth and elitism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis new edition includes a chapter on the recent developments of the military's foray into the media, and a new preface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000683839724,"sku":"9780745399010","price":108.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10347233482453.jpg?v=1763296700"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/ayesha-siddiqa.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}