80 years on, still enemy No. 1: What Indians and Pakistanis think of each other

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A Pew survey reveals entrenched mutual distrust between India and Pakistan, with both nations viewing each other as their primary geopolitical threats. Historic enmity continues to shape public opinion and strategic policies influenced by global alliances.

A recent survey by Pew highlights that Indians and Pakistanis regard each other as their principal geopolitical adversaries. Unfavorable opinions dominate across the border, with India marking Pakistan as the major threat while Pakistan responds in kind. There is a notable distrust regarding the other’s dedication to peaceful relations, amplified by contrasting global alliances influencing each country’s strategic outlook.