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India Taught a Lesson, Economy Recovering: Ishaq Dar
Deputy PM Ishaq Dar says Pakistan taught India a lesson by downing 6 jets, helped Iran diplomatically, & a $2B deal with Azerbaijan is boosting recovery. “Inflation down, default averted.”
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by News Desk
2025-07-05
India Taught a Lesson, Economy Recovering: Ishaq Dar

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar said Pakistan had responded decisively to Indian aggression by downing six planes, calling it a military and diplomatic victory against a larger enemy. Speaking at the 982nd annual bathing ceremony of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh’s shrine in Lahore, Dar also touched upon regional security, economic revival, and political unity.

A Historic Bathing Ceremony

Ishaq Dar visited Data Darbar where he participated in the sacred ritual of washing the shrine with rose water and Zamzam, joined by provincial ministers and religious leaders. He stated that renovation works are underway, including the installation of umbrellas in the mosque’s courtyard modeled after Madinah. He praised Maryam Nawaz for supporting the project and said it would be completed before next year’s Urs.

“Nawaz Sharif inaugurated the first phase in 1999, and now Shahbaz Sharif is leading it to completion,” Dar noted.

Diplomatic and Military Strength

Dar emphasized Pakistan’s strength on the international stage, particularly against India:

“When India started the war, Pakistan shot down six of its planes and responded within 36 hours. The world saw that Pakistan can defend itself,” he stated.

On regional diplomacy, Dar highlighted Pakistan’s support for Iran against Israeli aggression, calling it a moment of Muslim unity.

“We supported Iran diplomatically when no one else did. Iranian parliament raised slogans in our favor and hoisted Pakistani flags at funerals of their martyrs,” Dar said.

He added that Pakistan is committed to peace, but warned that readiness is essential, especially with ongoing terrorism threats and a fragile ceasefire with India.

Economic Recovery & Global Partnerships

Dar also touched on Pakistan’s economic improvements, claiming inflation has decreased and foreign exchange reserves have improved significantly.

“The interest rate has been slashed from 22% to 11%. Pakistan was on the verge of default, but we’ve stabilized things with $14 billion in reserves,” he claimed.

He cited a recent $2 billion agreement with Azerbaijan and ongoing negotiations with Saudi Arabia regarding visa access and investment.

Political Unity and PPP Alliance

On domestic politics, Dar reaffirmed PML-N’s commitment to its coalition with the PPP, saying the PPP never demanded ministries, and the alliance is based on mutual trust.

“We will never leave those who supported us in tough times,” he stated, adding that all political parties are working towards national recovery.

On the topic of PTI and legal proceedings, Dar maintained that “the law will take its course.”

 
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