National Interest: Enduring g oals and ambitions of a state. Sovereignty: Supreme authority over territory. Vital for Pakistan’s survival and development.
Components of Pakistan's National Interest Preservation of territorial integrity. Political stability. Economic development e.g. CPEC Cultural identity and ideology. Defense and security e.g. nuclear bomb, strong military Diplomatic relations.
Strategies to Protect National Interest Strong defense posture. Economic independence. Political stability and governance. Balanced foreign policy. National unity and cohesion.
Conclusion Sovereignty and national interest are interconnected. Security, stability, and prosperity are essential.