{"id":48219,"date":"2025-06-30T10:39:26","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T10:39:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/?p=48219"},"modified":"2025-07-01T07:59:11","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T07:59:11","slug":"the-foreign-office-values-the-issis-pivotal-role-in-bridging-the-gap-between-academic-research-and-policy-formulation-dpm-fm-ishaq-dar-52nd-anniversary-of-the-think-tank","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/the-foreign-office-values-the-issis-pivotal-role-in-bridging-the-gap-between-academic-research-and-policy-formulation-dpm-fm-ishaq-dar-52nd-anniversary-of-the-think-tank\/","title":{"rendered":"The Foreign Office values the ISSI\u2019s pivotal role in bridging the gap between academic research and policy formulation : DPM\/ FM Ishaq Dar @ 52nd Anniversary of the Think Tank"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"MOHAMMAD ISHAQ DAR <\/strong><\/p>\n

Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs Pakistan<\/em><\/p>\n

Address at the Commemoration of 52nd Anniversary of the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) (30 June 2025) in the presence of Foreign Secretary Ms Amna Baloch, <\/strong>Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman BoG, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General, Dean of Diplomatic Corp, Ambassador Turkmenistan Mr. Atadjan Movlamov<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is a distinct privilege for me to join you all in commemorating the 52nd anniversary of the establishment of the Institute of Strategic Studies. Since its founding in 1973, ISSI has evolved into one of Pakistan\u2019s foremost strategic think-tanks. It is rightfully known for generating quality research, promoting thought leadership, and fostering inclusive dialogue among diverse stakeholders.<\/p>\n

The Foreign Office values the ISSI\u2019s pivotal role in bridging the gap that usually exists between academic research and policy formulation.<\/strong> As Patron of the Institute, I am proud of the work ISSI does to enrich the policy process, reinforce our foreign policy goals, amplify Pakistan\u2019s narrative on vital issues, and expand regional and international outreach.<\/p>\n

I take this opportunity to extend sincere felicitations to the leadership and research faculty of ISSI. We look forward to continuing our strong partnership as we navigate the complex and rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape together.<\/p>\n

Our world today is in deep turmoil – marred by intense wars and military conflicts, humanitarian catastrophes, existential threat of climate change, wilful disregard and violation of international law, erosion of time-honoured norms of inter-state relations, and diminishing effectiveness and credibility of institutions of global governance.<\/p>\n

Flux and uncertainty reign supreme, while the international community remains deeply polarised. The scale of human suffering and material damage continues to mount phenomenally.<\/p>\n

At a different level, our world is passing through another \u201chinge\u201d moment in history. A profound transformation is taking place in the global order. The globe is witnessing changes unseen in a century. The unipolar moment is long gone; by all indications, the world is moving towards multi polarity.<\/p>\n

The peaceful rise of China, attempts to \u2018contain\u2019 China\u2019s rise, resurgence of Russia, increasing salience of Eurasia in global geopolitics, emergence of \u2018Middle Powers\u2019, and growing role of the \u2018Global South\u2019 are some of the prominent features of this transitional phase.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"In essence, major-power contestation on the one hand, and increasing agency of multiple new actors on the other, present an incredible mix of challenges and opportunities for statecraft everywhere.<\/p>\n

Amidst this global turbulence and transformation, Pakistan is charting a forward-looking course as a confident and self-assured nation – resolutely safeguarding its sovereignty and territorial integrity and shouldering its obligations as a responsible member of the international community.<\/p>\n

Both as a Middle Power and a key member of the \u2018Global South\u2019,<\/strong> Pakistan is contributing to the worthy causes of peace and security as well as sustainable development. Our strategic and constructive engagement with the world community has been pivotal for ensuring a secure and prosperous future for Pakistan. By the grace of Almighty Allah, our global profile continues to rise.<\/p>\n

The mettle of our nation was tested again recently \u2014 with India\u2019s unfounded allegations following the Pahalgam attack,<\/strong> and its unprovoked aggression in May 2025. Pakistan swiftly retaliated to the Indian escalation with a \u201cquid pro quo plus\u201d response – which is the \u201cnew normal\u201d set by Pakistan if India insists on its dangerous notion of \u2018limited war under the nuclear threshold.\u2019 The outcome of this 4-day war has once again underscored the reality that India can neither intimidate nor coerce Pakistan. New Delhi must, therefore, rethink its present hubristic and misguided policies that threaten peace and undermine security in South Asia.<\/p>\n

DPM\/ FM Dar Delivers Major Foreign Policy Address at ISSI\u2019s 52nd Anniversary – Shares his Vision on Pakistan China Bangladesh Afghanistan Mechanism<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n