Pakistan has helped pull the region back from the edge, offering the world a reprieve from what many feared could spiral into a wider conflict. Yet Pakistan has managed to remain engaged with all sides, guided by a consistent desire to prevent conflict rather than take sides. There was a time, not long ago, when it was fashionable to suggest that Pakistan had become isolated. In a fractured world, most countries find themselves aligned with one bloc or another, their room for maneuver limited by strategic loyalties. Yet Pakistan has managed to maintain its footing, turning a potential liability into a source of strength.

Source: The Patriot April 08, 2026 19:48 UTC