Q#02: Propose prospective foreign policy option for Pakistan in the wake of
Russian invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022.
“Our foreign policy is one of friendliness and goodwill towards all the nations of the world. We do not
cherish aggressive designs against any country or nation. We believe in the principle of honesty and fair
play in national and international dealings and are prepared to make our utmost contribution to the
promotion of peace and prosperity among the nations of the world.”
~Quaid-e-Azam
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Introduction:
Bird’s Eye View of Russian Invasion of Ukraine
 Policy Options of for Pakistan in the wake of Russian Invasion of Ukraine:
1. Maintenance of neutrality; partner in peace not in war
- Pakistan imports wheat from both Ukraine and Russia
- Trade relations with both neighbors
2. Balance approach between east and the west
- Pakistan’s rejuvenation of relations with Russia
- US’ opportunistic and non-deterministic relation towards Pakistan
3. Protection of core national interests
- Vote on FATF
- Resolution of Kashmir
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- Investment in energy sector
- Enhancing defense posture balancing with India
- Entry to Nuclear Supplier Group (NSG)
- Nationalist Hindutva Ideology under BJP
Urging Russia to resolve dispute according to UN Charter
- Article 1 & Article 33
Strengthening diplomatic stature
- Role of mediator and good office
Example: Role of mediator between US and China 1972
Avoiding to be part of any bloc; Russian invasion a breaking point
- Good relations with both Russia and US
Example: Pakistan became US ally during the Cold War
Relations with powerful states based on political sovereignty and territorial integrity
Utilizing Pakistan’s strategic location for Geo-economic purposes
- Not allowing any state to use the country for geo-political objectives