The world today isn’t divided into good and bad — it’s divided into interests. Wars in Ukraine and Gaza, and the rising global tensions have forced countries to pick sides or clearly define their stance. Pakistan says it is neutral. But for a younger generation watching closely, the real question is: neutral toward what, and for whom?
Neutrality once protected Pakistan from becoming a battlefield for others’ wars. That instinct still makes sense. Our history proves that imported conflicts come with long-term costs — economic pressure, political instability and social fallout. Walking into global power games without a plan has never ended well.
But neutrality cannot mean silence. In a hyper-connected world, staying vague risks making Pakistan irrelevant rather than respected. Trade deals, foreign investment and diplomatic trust depend on clarity, not confusion. The youth understands this — we live in a world where indecision online or offline has consequences.
This moment demands smart neutrality: one grounded in national interest, economic independence and regional peace. Pakistan must speak where principles are at stake, trade where benefits are clear and avoid wars that are not ours. Being neutral is not about standing still. It’s about moving forward without being pulled apart.
Tulsi
Shikarpu
