Priyanka Tiwari
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Suspense crime, Digital Desk : Veteran journalist and former Indian Union Minister MJ Akbar delivered a scathing critique of Pakistan at the Copenhagen Democracy Summit, accusing the nation of employing a "double face and forked tongue" in its approach to democracy, minority rights, and terrorism.
Speaking at the international forum, Akbar highlighted what he described as Pakistan's profound hypocrisy. He pointed out that while Pakistan often attempts to lecture India on its internal matters, its own democratic credentials are questionable, with a history of military dominance and manipulated elections. Akbar asserted that true democracy cannot flourish where the military establishment holds significant sway over political processes.
Akbar didn't mince words regarding Pakistan's treatment of its religious minorities. He contrasted Pakistan's vocal concerns about minorities elsewhere with the alleged persecution and discrimination faced by Shias, Ahmadis, Christians, and Hindus within its own borders. He argued that Pakistan's foundation on religious lines has inherently led to the "weaponisation of faith," creating an environment where religious extremism can thrive.
A significant portion of Akbar's address focused on terrorism. He characterized Pakistan as a "sanctuary of suicide bombers" and used the metaphor of a "snake charmer who is now being bitten by his own snakes," implying that Pakistan is suffering from the very terrorism it once allegedly nurtured and exported. He argued that Pakistan's duplicity extends to claiming victimhood while simultaneously providing safe havens for terrorist groups that destabilize the region, including India.
Akbar referred to the creation of Pakistan as a "poison tree," suggesting that its foundational ideology has led to persistent instability and conflict. His strong condemnation aimed to expose Pakistan's contradictory stances on the global stage, particularly at a summit dedicated to democratic values.
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