A session of the National Assembly was held under the chairmanship of Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, during which Defence Minister Khawaja Asif addressed the house, calling it a moment of immense pride and satisfaction in the country’s history.
He stated that Pakistan had defeated its “arch-rival” last year and that the country’s stature was now becoming more prominent on the global stage.
Providing details, he said that European countries and other international partners were praising Pakistan’s leadership, and he commended the leadership’s vision, which, according to him, resulted in victory.
Khawaja Asif added that even Donald Trump had repeatedly praised Pakistan, something he claimed was also being acknowledged in India. He noted that while Pakistan faces internal challenges, it is also engaged on the Afghanistan front.
Earlier, speaking to the media outside Parliament, he said Pakistan had succeeded in preventing a major global conflict. He criticized Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claiming he had been left with no options, and added that Indian media would continue reacting to the situation.
He congratulated the nation, saying that Pakistan had gained respect worldwide and had been recognized as a confident mediator in the region and beyond. He said global attention, including from Arab countries and the United States, was now focused on Pakistan.
He further stated that until the previous evening, the threat of war loomed large, but efforts by Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif led to a successful ceasefire. Following this, he said, Pakistan is entering a new political phase where stability will improve and focus can shift toward the economy.
Khawaja Asif highlighted that a “hybrid model” involving both civilian and military leadership had achieved significant success over the past few years, demonstrating how coordinated power centers can elevate Pakistan’s global standing.
He reiterated criticism of India, claiming Pakistan had defeated an adversary “five times larger” and that India was still trying to restore its image.
Concluding his remarks, he emphasized that Pakistan must now focus on internal challenges, including economic stability and counterterrorism. He also urged Afghanistan to recognize Pakistan’s long-standing hospitality, warning that continued disregard would leave Pakistan with limited options.
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