In a world of business competitiveness, the future of global and regional economies depend upon interconnectivity through the most accessible and economical routes.
Pakistan sits in the most populous region of the world fast becoming the future of global economy being in the middle of Asia Pacific. Pakistan is the only country which can connect the mega economies of China and India with the emerging markets like Iran, Middle East and Central Asia through the most economical and fastest ground and sea links.
Pakistan also holds the keys to most accessible energy corridors to both China and India. Hence, stability in Pakistan may directly benefit the entire region, in particular China, India and Iran.
The anti state forces at play in Pakistan are only working to hinder the realization of entire region's economic destiny. The future belongs to economic integration by connecting regional economies through Pakistan.
Peace through conflict resolution is the the only way forward. However, to achieve it, the general population of the region, especially India and Pakistan needs to realize the potential of joining hands and working through their differences.
Leadership in both India and Pakistan use the hatred for other to avoid bringing up real issues haunting the lives of common folks in both the countries. The same leadership needs to realize that by linking with the global economy through most economical and already established routes, an economical revolution may take place, which would drastically enhance the lives of poor people in both countries. It's time we let go of petty politics and work together for a better future claiming the rightful share of South Asian subcontinent in the global economy. The hate mongers won't shut up over night, but the sheer size of the economic progress will force them to tone down and ultimately their voices and actions would stop having an impact in both countries.
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