Pakistan has been castigated and greylisted in multiple international forums for its alleged role in harbouring terrorists responsible for terror attacks around the world. Although Pakistan has maintained its innocence and even tried to make amends for its actions, the international community is not convinced.
This was evident when the New Zealand cricket team pulled out of its tour to Pakistan hours before the first match was about to start citing intelligence reports of probable violence and terrorist attacks during the match. The same report prompted England to pull their men’s and women’s teams from their tour next month as well.
The whole international consensus is that Pakistan will also now use the help of the Taliban who have taken over the rule of Afghanistan to increase the terror activity in the region. Barring China, which directly benefits from the nefarious activities of a once prosperous state, and Turkey, Pakistan finds itself isolated in the international community. It is only the influence that China holds over countries that are struggling with Chinese debt and its veto power as a permanent member of the UNSC that has prevented sanctions and strict punishment from being handed down to Pakistan.
On the outside, Pakistan is making real efforts to shed the tag of being a terrorist state and has made great progress in checking off the conditions of the FATF Grey List. They have also managed to keep themselves away from the dreaded blacklist which will ultimately end up in severe sanctions which will have to be borne by the common Pakistani. Unfortunately, the freedom at which the UN-designated terrorists in Pakistan move about and make statements on live TV will always be a concern to the rest of the world.
To allay these concerns, our sources have informed us that Pakistan is planning to make a major announcement today on the occasion of the International Day of Peace.
The International Day of Peace or World Peace Day is celebrated on 21st September every year and is one of the United Nations declared holidays. First celebrated in 1981, the day is dedicated to world peace and the absence of war and violence. Some countries observe the day by declaring a temporary ceasefire or suspension of hostilities.
On a formal front, the UN observes debates, contests and discussions on a predetermined topic. The topic for this year is Recovering Better for an Equitable and Sustainable World. The day is inaugurated after the ringing of the United Nations Peace Bell at the UN Headquarters in New York. The bell is made from coins contributed by children from around the world and inscribed with the words “Long live absolute world peace”.
Our sources tell us that Pakistan is determined to make amends and convince the international community that its commitment to peace and stability in the region is second to none. The Imran Khan-led government is set to make an important announcement today to mark the celebrations of the International Day of Peace in the country.
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