An American journal has labeled Pakistan a “winner” and India a “loser” under former US President Donald Trump’s new foreign policy for 2025, highlighting the country’s growing strategic, military, and economic standing in the region.
According to the report, Pakistan’s decisive actions against extremism, combined with improved relations with the United States, have strengthened its global position.
The journal specifically praised Pakistan’s defense cooperation with Saudi Arabia, noting that recent agreements have enhanced regional security and demonstrated Pakistan’s strategic importance.
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Defence Staff, received recognition as a capable and effective strategic leader. The report credited Pakistan’s military for clarifying the regional balance of power, boosting its strategic credibility, and attracting global attention. These efforts, combined with domestic anti-terrorism initiatives, have strengthened Pakistan’s role in South Asian geopolitics.
The journal also highlighted Pakistan’s domestic achievements, including potential economic breakthroughs such as the historic privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), improved governance in strategic sectors, and initiatives to boost foreign investment. Analysts described these steps as positioning Pakistan as a key global player capable of contributing to regional peace and stability.
Experts quoted in the report stressed that Pakistan’s combination of military strength, strategic diplomacy, and economic reforms has created a favorable international image.
The article emphasized that such accomplishments, coupled with visionary leadership, have allowed Pakistan to emerge as a regional “winner,” while India’s foreign policy and internal challenges have positioned it as a relative “loser” in the same period.
This analysis underscores Pakistan’s growing prominence on the global stage and its role as a stabilizing force in South Asia.
