Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar declared on Wednesday that India’s claims of regional dominance have been shattered following recent developments, adding that there is “mourning” in India over its failure to undermine Pakistan’s diplomatic standing.
Dar’s comments followed significant diplomatic engagements during his recent visit to China, where he held bilateral meetings with Chinese Foreign Minister and participated in a trilateral meeting with Afghan officials.
The visit, which also served as a thank-you to China for its support on the Pahalgam issue, highlighted the growing international recognition of Pakistan’s stance.
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“India lied to harm Pakistan, and today, its claims of regional superiority have been reduced to dust,” Dar stated, underscoring that Pakistan’s response to Indian aggression has been both effective and measured.
The escalating tension between Pakistan and India began on April 22 with the attack in Pahalgam area of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), where 26 people were killed.
India immediately blamed Pakistan without providing evidence, while Islamabad denied New Delhi’s claim and called for an independent probe.
The Narendra Modi-led government in India then took a series of hostile actions, including suspending the 65-year-old Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), cancelling visas for Pakistani citizens, closing the Wagah-Attari border crossing, ordering the shutdown of the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi, and reducing diplomatic staff at each other’s embassies.
Pakistan retaliated with swift actions, including countermeasures such as halting trade and closing airspace, were followed by a series of military engagements.
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On May 7, missile strikes hit Pakistani cities, resulting in civilian casualties. Pakistan responded by shooting down Indian warplanes and neutralizing drones.
Despite the military confrontations, the war of narratives continued even after a ceasefire was announced by US President Donald Trump on May 10.
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He reiterated that both India and Pakistan are nuclear-armed nations, and highlighted the potential consequences of any further aggression.
Addressing regional dynamics, Dar highlighted the active role of the Pakistani delegation, led by Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, in promoting Pakistan’s diplomatic message on the global stage. He added that Pakistan’s engagement with international powers, including Russia, Turkiye and Iran, has significantly strengthened its diplomatic standing.
He particularly noted the positive diplomatic outcomes from Prime Minister’s recent visit to Turkiye, which further strengthened bilateral ties.
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Dar also highlighted Pakistan’s strategic and economic initiatives, such as the formation of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) and Pakistan’s plans to power Bitcoin mining and AI data zones using surplus energy.
He concluded by reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace and security while maintaining a unified stance on issues related to national integrity and sovereignty.
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