Evolving Dynamics of FATA’s Internal Security; Pre and Post- Conflict Scenario

Abstract

The tribal areas of Pakistan have a remarkably unique culture, customs and administrative structure. This region has key significance since it swaddles the border with Afghanistan. After independence the area was governed by laws prevalent during the colonial period. The established status quo was disturbed as a result of the outbreak of insurgency and subsequent counter insurgency operations since 2003-04. Pakistan Army has been actively involved in the process of reorientation and reconciliation in this area in the post- conflict period. This research covers the events leading to instability in the region (Protracted Social Conflict) and role of the Army in ending the conflict. In the end recommendations on post conflict reconstruction through introduction of reforms have been given in context of Security Sector Reforms (SSR). It is stressed that now is the right time to implement administrative, economicpolitical and judicial reforms in the region; so that it should be given the representation in the mainstream society it truly deserves.