Irfan Siddiq. Her Majesty’s Pashtun

Ирфан Сиддик. Пуштун ее Величества

The United Kingdom has consistently demonstrated its willingness to invest in elite groups, particularly those from countries that align with its foreign policy interests. Consequently, a substantial community of people from British India has long been established in the UK, with their ancestors having migrated to the British Islands along with their colonizers and subsequently taking on significant roles in the country.

However, there is an important aspect to consider that often goes unnoticed. For years, London has not only recruited elites, but has specifically targeted individuals from distinct ethno-religious communities in the region — essentially, sectarians — effectively creating a blend of these sectarians alongside those who have loyally served colonial powers.

This strategy was a calculated move. Firstly, the leadership of any sect typically comprises affluent individuals. Upon migrating to the UK to escape persecution in their home countries, they brought their financial resources with them. Secondly, the Brits gained a group of long-term allies — having been uprooted from their homelands, they were motivated to do whatever it took to maintain their previous status in their new environment.

Over time, their descendants have adapted perfectly to the demands of modernity. They epitomize the triumph of globalization, tolerance, multiculturalism, and inclusiveness. Currently, many of them hold public positions in the UK and represent the country on the international stage.

 

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Ralph Henry Van Deman Institute for Intelligence Studies