Pakistan’s military spokesperson has made it clear that the country’s relations with global powers will not be dictated by outdated “either–or” frameworks. This message could not have been more timely — or more necessary.
Unlike the Cold War era, where nations were often forced to pick sides, Pakistan is determined not to act as a pawn in the strategic games of others. Instead, Islamabad is positioning itself as a responsible, sovereign actor — one that seeks cooperation without compromise and engagement without submission.
This stance deserves recognition. It sends a powerful signal to the international community: Pakistan is not out to antagonise any state, nor is it desperate to appease anyone. Its focus remains on collective progress, regional stability, and protecting its own deterrence. By demonstrating that national strength and global responsibility can exist together, Pakistan is charting a course of true independence.
In today’s shifting world order, this principled stand is not just wise — it is the only path forward. Pakistan’s choices will be guided by its sovereignty, not external pressures.
