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Pakistan’s Mediation Efforts Fueled by Pragmatic Security and Economic Imperatives

According to Maria Sultan, chairperson and president of the South Asian Strategic Stability Institute University in Islamabad, Pakistan’s involvement in the crisis is a calculated response to pressing security and economic concerns.

Sultan emphasized the importance of Pakistan’s role in facilitating dialogue, stating that the country’s primary objective is to establish a productive negotiating environment. “It’s crucial that we successfully navigate these complex talks and bring all parties to the table,” she explained to Al Jazeera.

Sultan also highlighted Pakistan’s unique geostrategic position, underscoring its significance in regional diplomacy. “Pakistan’s proximity to the Indian Ocean, Persian Gulf, and the Strait of Hormuz makes it an indispensable player in regional trade and security,” she noted. Without a thriving trade, Sultan warned, reconstruction and rebuilding efforts would be impossible.

Pakistan’s approach to mediation, Sultan observed, is multifaceted, combining security, economic, and political considerations. While security may be the foundation of its strategy, economics is the driving force, and politics is the catalyst for progress.

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