Launch of Economic Diplomacy Division in Pakistan --- Pakistan lacked in economic diplomacy initiatives in the past due to long-period military dictatorships and defacto status as result of covert military takeovers of governance setup. The Economic & Foreign Policy remained in the domain of the de facto. At that time, the legitimacy-seeking factor prioritised ways for short cut recognition. It is only in 2020 that Economic Diplomacy Division was separately launched in Pakistan in order to pursue prioritised goals & objectives related to Commerce, Trade, Investment, Production and Privatisation. Since launch of Economic Diplomatic Division, There has been marked difference in Pakistan's Foreign Policy in matters of National Interest pertaining to Economic Security. Pakistan has also been taking better decisions to avoid FATF sanctions. However, the current hybrid regime needs to be replaced by proper security-oriented Civilian leadership that for example, understands Henry Kissinger successful diplomacy role in aftermath of Arab-Israeli 1973 war. However, first ELECTED President (later became Prime Minister after 1973 constitution) of Pakistan, Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, went for pure 'socialist' reforms in 1970-77 before being ousted from power through military takeover. The launch of ED Division in Pakistan in 2020 is a step in the right direction.

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