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 Furthermore, Pakistan is situated within the socio-cultural spheres of Greater Iran and Greater Central Asia, highlighting its historical connections to Persianate traditions in both Central Asia and the Middle East. Recognising these historical and cultural links, UNESCO defined Central Asia in 1978 to include both Afghanistan and Pakistan, emphasising the intertwined heritage of these regions.
+Pakistan's connections to [[Central Asia]] and the [[Middle East]] are further underscored by its active membership in several regional organisations. Notably, it is part of the [Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Program[|Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program]] and the [[Economic Cooperation Organization]] (ECO), which comprises [[Iran]], [[Turkey]], [[Afghanistan]], [[Pakistan]], and the Central Asian republics. Additionally, Pakistan has established a free trade agreement with the [[Gulf Cooperation Council]] (GCC) countries, enhancing its economic ties with this region, with which it shares naval borders. Furthermore, Pakistan plays an active role in the [[Shanghai Cooperation Organization]] (SCO), which includes Iran and four of the five Central Asian republics, reinforcing its strategic and economic relationships in these areas.
+The classification of Pakistan and Afghanistan within the Indian subcontinent has recently been influenced by the concept of Akhanṇḍa Bhārata—a vision that advocates for the unification of Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and other neighboring regions into a single political entity known as ''Bhārata'' or ''Bhāratavarṣa''. This notion raises concerns among Pakistanis and Afghans, who argue that categorising their countries strictly within the Indian subcontinent could be perceived as an endorsement of historical claims that challenge their sovereignty. Consequently, they emphasise the necessity of recognising and highlighting Pakistan and Afghanistan's connections to Central Asia and the Middle East to counter narratives that may undermine their national identities and independence.
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