How Pakistan positioned itself at the centre of global crisis management

Pakistan has positioned itself as a potential mediator between the United States and Iran, proposing to host de-escalation talks in Islamabad. This diplomatic move is driven by stark economic and security imperatives, as Pakistan's fragile economy is vulnerable to rising oil prices and energy insecurity stemming from the conflict. The country also fears instability along its 900-kilometer border with Iran and the potential for domestic sectarian tensions to flare up. By facilitating dialogue, Pakistan seeks to reinvent its strategic standing from a perceived security liability into a key convenor for global crisis management.