Pakistan, April 10 -- Pakistan is a nation standing at the crossroads of economic opportunity and transformation. As Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025 is ready to be held in Islamabad, this moment marks more than just a showcase of mineral wealth-it symbolizes a resilient nation's march toward self-reliance, economic stability and a better future for her 240 million people. Unfortunately, not everyone seems ready to let Pakistan own her narrative.

Recently, Mehlaqa Samdani, a US citizen and self-proclaimed 'pro-democracy activist', made waves on social media by urging followers to pressure US officials visiting Pakistan to prioritize so-called 'democratic norms' over economic cooperation. Her open appeal-directed at Erik Meyer from...