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Abstract
This paper affords an opportunity to take a penetrating look into a Global Business Cultural
Analysis of the nation of Pakistan. In writing this paper, four research areas and issues were
examined: The major elements and dimensions of culture in Pakistan: how these elements and
dimensions are integrated by locals conducting business in the nation of Pakistan, a comparison
of culture and business of Pakistan and the United States, and finally implications for US
businesses that wish to conduct business in Pakistan.
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Introduction
Pakistan is ubiquitous in the news. It has become a nation prominent on the global stage
in recent years. It’s importance to the world as a nuclear, Muslim, pro-Western nation cannot be
overstated. Pakistan is a resilient country that has survived centuries of conflict and outside rule
to emerge as a self-governing democracy. Pakistan’s story is remarkable, as well as the people.
In an era of globalization, questions are present regarding Pakistan’s ability to capitalize
economically on such trends. Issues of security and stabilization have consistently plagued this
people, and those issues are not going away anytime soon. This paper will examine pertinent
areas of thought regarding Pakistan’s business future in this global economy.
Major Elements and Dimensions of Culture in Pakistan
Since the 9/11 attacks by Islamic extremists against the United States, the attention and
focus of the world has been on the Middle East and the Muslim World. Pakistan, bordering
Afghanistan, became an immediate key nation in the Bush administration’s effort to track down
both Al Qaeda, the militant organization responsible for the attacks, and the Taliban, regime of
Afghanistan that harbored Al Qaeda. Pakistan borders Afghanistan to the southeast, and is
potentially the location of Al Qaeda today in the midst of their retreat from Afghanistan during
the United States’ “War on Terror”. Outlying areas of Pakistan are...