ISLAMABAD: Pakistan must remain vigilant against India’s military expansion and purported proxy warfare, cautioned Sardar Masood Khan, a former ambassador and President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Khan highlighted that India’s acquisition of advanced weaponry, while significant, does not equate to military superiority over Pakistan.

According to President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Khan remarked on India’s procurement of approximately $22 billion in defense equipment, including drones and air defense systems, suggesting that these are part of broader preparations potentially challenging Pakistan’s security. He pointed to Pakistan’s previous successes in countering Indian aggression as evidence that strategic planning and national resolve outweigh sheer military might.

Khan questioned India’s defense spending priorities, noting its position among the top global military spenders despite socio-economic issues. He argued that India’s focus on military acquisitions against Pakistan would not address its internal problems or ensure victory in future conflicts.

He urged Pakistan to maintain confidence against India’s military build-up, emphasizing enhanced preparedness and strategic clarity. Khan also highlighted concerns over India’s alleged support for militant networks and proxy warfare, which pose significant security threats to Pakistan. He stressed the importance of strategic preparedness and national unity in countering both conventional and covert threats to Pakistan’s sovereignty.