Objectives of Pakistan's Foreign PolicyThe term "Foreign policy" refers to the strategy of a country for relations with other countries. Every country establishes relations with other countries to protect its national interests. In our present day world, no state can meet all its needs alone. Due to the reason, large and small countries of the world has to establish relations with the other nations. These relations help them to fulfill economic, social, industrial and defense needs. Each country determines its foreign policy priorities on the basis of its objectives and interests. These priorities and objectives determine the path and level of relationship between the countries of the world. Pakistan's foreign policy, like that of other states, is in line with the priorities of national needs. The people of Pakistan want the protection of their sovereignty, national security, prosperity, protection of Islamic values, protection of cultural values and economic prosperity in the rapidly developing world through the use of their resources and the cooperation of the United Nations. The main objectives of Pakistan's foreign policy are as follows:
1. Protection of Ideology of Pakistan
Pakistan is the only Islamic country in the world founded on the basis of Islamic ideology. The Muslims of the subcontinent had acquired this homeland so that they could lead their lives according to the commands of the Holy Qur'an and Sunnah. The protection of ideology of Pakistan is just as important as the protection of its geographical boundaries. The protection of Pakistan's ideology has been given a prominent place in foreign policy. Through foreign policy, agreements are made to promote closer cooperation with the Muslim countries, as well as economic, political and cultural activities. Like domestic policy, the ideology of Pakistan is of paramount importance in foreign policy.