“Democracy is not just a political system; it is a way of life. It recognizes the innate dignity of each person, fosters human flourishing, and embraces the pursuit of shared values. In the words of John F. Kennedy, ‘Democracy is never a final achievement. It is a call to an untiring effort.”

Pakistan has been on a difficult path towards becoming a mature democracy. The country has a rich history and a diversified cultural fabric. The fight has taken many forms, including struggles against dynasty politics, a deeply embedded two-party system, and military regulations. Notwithstanding these obstacles, the spirit of democracy has endured, as evidenced by the split mandate seen in the most recent elections, which shows how engaged the public is in the political process.

Pakistan is at a critical turning point in its history and is aware of the grave challenges it faces, including problems with internal security as well as economic and foreign policy intricacies. A special challenge presented by the recently divided mandate is that political groups must put aside their differences and cooperate for the sake of everybody.

Pakistan may overcome its political issues and establish a solid basis for long-term economic growth and social development by taking lessons from other countries and emphasizing stability.

Although this cooperative attitude is a good thing, concerns have been raised regarding........

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