Times of Islamabad

Civil Military nexus: Pakistan emerges as important player in international arena

Civil Military nexus: Pakistan emerges as important player in international arena

ISLAMABAD – Strategic partnership with China and silently with Russia,Reassured strong ties with Turkey, Iran, Saudi Arabia is bringingPakistan’s important place back in international community.

Softening of stand from Mike Pomeo was also observed.

High level officials are visiting Pakistan from across the world since newgovernment has taken charge.

Pakistan under Pakistan Army Chief General Bajwa and considerednationalists and clean PTI government in Islamabad is giving freshdirections to its foreign policy for formation of new strategic alliance.

Pakistan has been enjoying unprecedented and time tested relations withChina since decades. Pakistan is pursuing an effective foreign policy tofurther boost its relations with brotherly states including China. Recentvisit by Chinese Foreign Minister and Saudi information minister toPakistan gives new impetus to bilateral ties.

The strengthened democracy creates prosperity and political stability. Itwill also help government to formulate an independent and multifacetedforeign policy.

The visits of high level officials indicate the major role of Pakistan inthe region. Pakistan intends to improve its ties with all states onparallel footing without compromising national integrity and sovereignty.

Pakistan- China relations are based on trust and peaceful co-existence.

United States has soft corner for India and aggressive posture towardsPakistan.

The strained Pak-US relations are not something new but the two allies havebeen witnessing diplomatic tightrope since decades that led Pakistan todevelop cordial relations with China and Russia.

China has acknowledged Pakistan’s steadfast support on key issues. Thesuspension of U.S. military aid had further deteriorated the bilateral ties.