Haseeb Sarwar has done BS (hons) Economics from Government College University Lahore. He has previously qualified Planning Officer, AD Industries, District Population Officer, Tehsildar BPSC
Great nations do not resort to war; they strive to achieve triumph through other means. For such nations, war and violence are the refuge of the incompetent. Military victory is often short-term; it constitutes a psychological defeat that leaves a long-lasting impact on the enemy. Despite war being a constant in human history, today it has been reduced to mere rhetoric and a subject of narrative and discourse. Now, new forms of victory, such as economic stability, technological prowess, and alliance-making, are being prioritized. Economic zones have emerged as new battlefields. China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is a prime example in this regard, where China is trying to win friends through economic integration and infrastructure development projects. Moreover, while new lethal weapons have been developed, deterrence is currently determining the course of action. Countries are focusing on ideas and education. Soft power is still the hallmark of diplomatic engagement. Diasporas are significantly influencing policies in favor of their native countries. Besides, great nations influence international legal frameworks so that their names are engraved in the pages of history. Only those nations are remembered that work for global development. Thus, the true victory is not on the battlefield but in the memory of the people.
