Pakistan is undergoing the most critical period of its history, confronting existential threats. Extremism and militancy have plagued the society , anti federation sentiments are increasing amongst small provinces , especially in Baluchistan and its slipping away from the centre.Internationally we known as a nation who has germinated and exported terrorism accross the globe.Our military is labeled as rouge army.Our neighbors Afhganistan, Iran, and india are not happy with us. And if one can see beyond rhetorics and emotions, china is not going to support us as we expect.

Whats is the way to face these challenges and start a journey as a respectable and sovereign nation? In my opinion some of the following steps can extirpate us out of the quagmire.

1-The Govt at Centre must be reconstituted giving representation to all political forces in proportion to their strength in Parliament.

2- Our policy on war against terrorism must be presented in parliament for extensive debate.After approval from the parliament , the terms should be revisited.
3-In light of parliamentary approval, Pakistan should convey the international community , about its concerns regarding sovereignty.

4-Current military leadership must be replaced and indicted for its transgressions and failures.

5-ISI must be subjected to civilian control.

6-After parliamentary approval , all the disputes with India must be settled.

7-We should enter into NO-War agreement with India.

8-International community must be assured that this country will be run by elected representatives and military leadership will work under it.

9-A war on terror council must be established by parliament , with the members from Parliament, Judges and former military personnels. This committie should be authorised to oversee all the matters regrding the war , approve budgets , direct operations and measure performance of military command.International community must be realised that a high powered civilian body is overseening the war activities with due authiriity and responsibility.All aid in respect of war must be given in its control.Besides, defence budget should be cut short and a separate head in the name of war on terror may be created.All international aid must be channeled through this.

The baseline is that our civilian leadership must be authorizes to take strategic decision in respect of security, foreign policy and other important issues of national concern instead of taking dictation from GHQ.Once we make realise the world, our say would have moral back.