Victory in the Battle for Truth: Pakistan’s Emerging Global Identity, Diplomatic Successes

Victory in the Battle for Truth has earned Pakistan recognition not only in the military field but also as a dignified and responsible state in the diplomatic arena. Pakistan’s courageous and effective response to the enemy’s unprovoked aggression established it as an invincible power.

During the Battle for Truth, Pakistan’s role emerged as that of a net regional stabilizer for peace in the region. After this success, the government and military leadership together highlighted Pakistan’s narrative at the global level. Through visits to important countries, new dimensions were added to defense, economic, and strategic partnerships.

The United States acknowledged Pakistan’s role, and President Donald Trump described Pakistan as a peace-loving and responsible country. During two important visits of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir to the United States, a grand banquet was hosted in his honor at the White House.

The U.S. President wrote on Truth Social that an agreement has been reached with Pakistan under which Pakistan and the U.S. will work together to develop their major oil reserves. On June 30, 2025, the U.S. President stated that Pakistan’s leadership is very strong.

Meetings between Pakistan’s military leadership and U.S. military and political leaders reflected trust-building and new prospects for cooperation against terrorism.

The head of U.S. Central Command, General Michael Kurilla, praised Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir’s role in strengthening military cooperation.

On June 5, 2025, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker said that since 1947, relations between Pakistan and the U.S. have grown from friendship to partnership. “For the past 78 years, the U.S. and Pakistan have worked side by side to keep these ideals alive,” said the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires.

At the government level, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also made several important foreign visits. On May 25, 2025, the Prime Minister met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Istanbul and discussed regional security and counterterrorism. In the meeting, it was resolved that Pakistan and Türkiye would further strengthen comprehensive cooperation.

Based on broad-based cooperation, the Prime Minister of Pakistan visited Iran on May 26, while the Iranian President visited Pakistan on August 3.

On May 27 and 28, the Prime Minister visited Azerbaijan, where agreements on energy, infrastructure, and defense cooperation were signed.

On May 29 and 30, the Prime Minister participated in the Glacier Conference in Tajikistan, where trade, energy, and climate change were discussed.

From June 5 to 12, the Prime Minister visited Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, where economic relations and investment were the focus.

On July 30 and 31, a historic trade agreement was signed between Pakistan and the United States. This agreement included the development of oil reserves, tariff reductions, and cooperation in digital infrastructure.

On August 14, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the expansion of this cooperation with Pakistan.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is currently in Tianjin, China, attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit. In Tianjin, the Prime Minister also met the Turkish President, while other important meetings are expected. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also played an effective role on the diplomatic front.

On August 20, 2025, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar participated in the sixth trilateral meeting in Kabul. The foreign ministers of Afghanistan and China appreciated Pakistan’s role in Afghanistan’s recovery and regional stability.

On August 23 and 24, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar made a historic visit to Bangladesh — the first visit by a Pakistani Foreign Minister since 2012.

He met Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus and Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain and discussed new opportunities for cooperation between the two countries. This visit to Bangladesh was described as the beginning of a new chapter in bilateral relations.

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also played an important role in highlighting Pakistan’s stance globally. From May 30 to June 9, 2025, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari led a high-level delegation in the United States. Along with his delegation, he exposed Indian propaganda and strongly presented Pakistan’s stance.

On June 10, he met the All-Party Parliamentary Group in London and representatives of the European Union in Brussels, briefing them on Pakistan’s diplomatic perspective.

These diplomatic visits successfully highlighted Pakistan’s stance at the European level and secured global support.

In June, Pakistan was also given key positions in two important committees linked to the United Nations Security Council. Thanks to Pakistan’s effective government and military diplomacy, India’s attempts to place Pakistan on the grey list failed.

Through the combination of its military strength and diplomatic strategy, Pakistan has convinced the world that “Pakistan is a responsible, peace-loving, and regionally stabilizing country.”

Pakistan will make no compromise on its security and sovereignty. The government and military leadership’s integrated strategy strengthened Pakistan’s global position and persuaded the world to acknowledge Pakistan’s sacrifices, foresight, and vision.