BRIDGING THE GAP: STRENGTHENING KARACHI'S LAW ENFORCEMENT IN THE FIGHT AGAINST TERRORISM

Abstract

This research examines the deficiencies in the law enforcement capacity in Karachi to fight terrorism. The Introduction highlights the escalating nature of the threat of terrorism and the central role of law enforcement organizations. The Background discusses the history of terrorism in Karachi and the misfortunes of the security forces. The Structure delineates the divisions of the study, including a literature review, methodology, findings, and policy recommendations for reform. Literature review presents a detailed critique of the available scholarly research on counter-terrorism issues confronting law enforcement agencies in Karachi, with specific reference to training gaps, technological capability, and inter-agency cooperation. The research model examines capacity gaps, while the research framework provides an interface between capacity gaps and the effectiveness of counter-terrorism strategies in Karachi. Discussion and results section addresses the findings that were concluded from evidence on Karachi police forces' capacity deficits. The major findings are established as major deficits in training, technical  capacities, and inter-agency coordination. Such deficits are contrasted with less effectiveness in counter-terrorism efforts by the discussion and illustrates how to fill them would enhance Karachi's security regime in general. The conclusion encapsulates the results of the study, pinpointing the wide gaps in training, technology, and inter-agency collaboration in Karachi's law enforcement agencies. Closing these gaps will help improve the efficiency of counter-terrorism. References section consists of scholarly articles on law enforcement, terrorism, and capacity- building, thus validating the analytical framework of the study as well as the recommendations.