Roundtable on False Flag Operations, Electoral Politics of India held in Islamabad
Islamabad: As the general elections in India draw nearer, a Round Table discussion on “Unravelling the Nexus: False Flag Operations and Electoral Politics of India” was held in Islamabad.
According to Kashmir Media Service, the participants of the Round Table organised by the India Study Centre at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) included eminent former diplomats, defence practitioners, think-tank representatives, and members of the media and academic community.
A press release said the event was aimed at assessing potential implications of such incidents on regional stability as well as underscoring the imperative of responsible actions in the South Asian geopolitical landscape.
The deliberations delved into the possibilities of another false flag operation in the run-up to general elections in India, the historical precedents, the modus operandi in previous instances, and the effect of such occurrences on public perceptions relating to issues of peace and security, national security and Pak-India bilateral relations.
The experts analysed the events surrounding the Pulwama incident, Pakistan’s swift response after the Balakot strike, and the country’s simultaneous engagement in the strategic, diplomatic and information arenas. The participants highlighted both Pakistan’s firm resolve as well as measured, timely and effective response, consistent with its commitment to ensuring regional stability.
The range of Pakistan’s response options across various domains was also considered. In essence, the participants highlighted the importance of extreme vigilance and overall preparedness. They also underscored the importance of proactive diplomacy as well as the role of the international community in recognizing and supporting Pakistan’s efforts to maintain strategic stability in South Asia.
