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 **War by Other Means: The Diplomatic Duel Between India and Pakistan** Indian and Pakistani rivalries have always been characterized by military confrontations, but in recent years, their conflict has increasingly turned diplomatic. From competing for influence in global forums to leveraging economic alliances, both nations are engaged in a high-stakes battle where soft power and strategic maneuvering are becoming just as critical as military might.  

 ### "Diplomatic Offensives Against International Organizations" India and Pakistan have intensified their efforts to shape international opinion through multilateral platforms.  Using these platforms to isolate Pakistan on issues such as terrorism, India has secured key positions in organizations like the UN Security Council and the G20, bolstered by its growing economic influence. Meanwhile, Pakistan has sought support from allies like China and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), framing the Kashmir dispute as a humanitarian crisis.  

 ### Regional Alliances and Economic Statecraft Economic diplomacy is now an additional battlefield. India’s trade partnerships with the West and its role in initiatives like the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) contrast with Pakistan’s deepening reliance on China through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).  Both nations are also vying for influence in Afghanistan, with India providing development aid while Pakistan leverages its historical ties with the Taliban.  

 ### **The Shadow of Kashmir**  

 Both nations continue to use international forums to advance their respective narratives regarding the disputed region of Kashmir. Pakistan's diplomatic campaign escalated as a result of the global spotlight on India's 2019 revocation of Article 370. However, India’s ability to frame the move as an internal matter has limited Pakistan’s success in rallying widespread condemnation.  

 ### **The Role of Media and Disinformation**  

 Information warfare has also intensified, with both sides employing state-backed media and social networks to shape perceptions.  Pakistan's reliance on platforms like Dawn and ARY News to counter Indian narratives contrasts with India's expanding global media presence, which includes outlets like "WION." ### "A Proxy War Outside the Lines" In addition to direct diplomacy, both countries wage proxy wars, with India supporting anti-Taliban groups in Afghanistan and Pakistan allegedly supporting militant groups in Kashmir. These indirect conflicts complicate diplomatic relations and ensure that tensions persist even during periods of nominal ceasefire.  

 ### **Conclusion: A New Era of Rivalry? **  

 The conflict between India and Pakistan is increasingly being fought through diplomatic pressure, economic leverage, and information campaigns, despite the possibility of full-scale war. As both nations refine their strategies, the world watches to see whether this "war by other means" will lead to a fragile stability or further escalation.  

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