Islamabad: Analysts have praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for his diplomatic efforts that garnered international support for Pakistan. Prime Minister Sharif actively participated in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit and engaged in bilateral meetings with global leaders. His diplomacy ensured that Pakistan’s perspectives on terrorism and extremism were reflected in the SCO declaration. Notably, the understanding between China and Pakistan on regional and international issues was reinforced during his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The successful interactions with Russian President Vladimir Putin and others highlighted India’s marginalization, although Pakistan is advised to remain vigilant and continue its diplomatic efforts.

According to Radio Pakistan, Pakistan’s role in combating terrorism has been acknowledged globally and incorporated into the SCO declaration. Despite Pakistan’s willingness to resolve disputes with India through dialogue, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s p
olitical strategies, focused on Hindutva, hinder progress. Analysts suggest Modi might engage in aggressive tactics against Pakistan. However, the global community is increasingly aware of his strategies, evident from India’s failure to gain acceptance for its narrative on a recent false flag operation. The absence of India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the summit is seen as a sign of internal discord on the country’s approach. The body language between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Modi suggested tension, with China’s differences in views with Jaishankar being noted.

Ambassador Fauzia Nasreen highlighted the importance of the SCO as a platform for Prime Minister Sharif to discuss critical issues with world leaders, including terrorism, which has significantly impacted Pakistan. She emphasized that the summit provided a valuable opportunity for Pakistan to assert its positions on various challenges and that the recognition of a peaceful environment’s importance for prosperity was a diplomat
ic success for Pakistan. The persistent threat from terror groups like the TTP was also addressed, with a call for the Afghan government to act against these non-state actors.