by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal In the 1980s, when bilateral cricket between India and Pakistan burned with unmatched intensity, the two nations met not only as rivals on the field but as embodiments of national pride. Series were contested on home soil, featuring five Test matches and a handful of One-Day […]
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by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal As the fierce heat of early June descends like a heavy mantle upon the plains of South Asia, it brings with it a trial as ancient as the rivers that carve through these lands. In Pakistan and across the adjacent regions, the sun beats down with […]
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by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal In the grand ledger of history, it has repeatedly been witnessed that whenever Pakistan, through the boundless mercy of the Almighty, secures a position of respect and dignity among the nations of the world or draws a breath of relief amid its many challenges, the forces […]
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The accord has also opened a new chapter of uncertainty across the Middle East, with potential implications extending from Lebanon and Israel to the future of Iran’s nuclear programme.
Peace in Azad Kashmir has long been a symbol of the resilience and unity of its people. Yet, as history has shown, external forces continue to seek opportunities to exploit local grievances and sow discord through proxy warfare and disinformation. Pakistan’s greatest strength lies not only in its security institutions but also in the unwavering unity and vigilance of its people. By standing together against division and foreign interference, the people of Azad Kashmir can once again ensure that peace, stability, and prosperity prevail over those who seek to undermine them.
At a time when tensions between the United States and Iran threatened to plunge the Middle East into a devastating conflict, Pakistan emerged as a trusted force for peace. Through patient diplomacy, strategic engagement, and determined leadership, Islamabad facilitated dialogue between two longstanding adversaries, culminating in the historic Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. The achievement not only averted a potential regional war but also underscored Pakistan’s growing stature as a responsible and influential actor on the global stage. Guided by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and supported by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and the country’s diplomatic leadership, Pakistan demonstrated that sincere mediation and constructive engagement remain powerful instruments for securing international peace and stability.
Pakistan: The Candle of Peace explores Pakistan’s emergence as a trusted mediator in one of the most sensitive geopolitical crises of recent times. Through diplomacy, courage, and statesmanship, Pakistan helped bridge differences between the United States and Iran, averting a conflict that threatened regional stability and the global economy. The article argues that Pakistan’s role as a peacemaker has not only enhanced its international standing but also opened new avenues for regional prosperity, Muslim unity, energy cooperation, and economic development. It presents Pakistan as a nation that chose dialogue over discord and, in doing so, lit a candle of peace whose glow may illuminate the region for years to come.
The federal budget is far more than a statement of revenues and expenditures; it is a reflection of national priorities and a roadmap for governance. For Parliament, it represents a constitutional responsibility to scrutinize public spending, evaluate fiscal policies, and ensure accountability in the use of taxpayers’ money.