A History of Short Words

From the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

PAK

Thu, 14 Mar '24
Neighbor of India: Abbr.
Sat, 12 Aug '23
International cricket powerhouse: Abbr.
Sun, 18 Dec '22
Neighbor of India: Abbr.
Thu, 3 Feb '22
Afg. neighbor
Sat, 8 Jan '22
Golf Hall-of-Famer Se Ri ___