According to ARY News on Sunday, Norway has formally removed Pakistan. From its National Threat Assessment list. Which is a significant development that highlights the value of diplomatic efforts and for Pakistani Students.
The Norwegian Police Security Service published a report. That disclosed the decision to take Pakistan off the list. For a number of years, Pakistan and other nations had been regularly. Added to the National Threat Assessment list, which caused anxiety. And presented difficulties for researchers and students in Pakistan.
Over the past few years, Pakistan and a few other nations have been added to the list. Which has caused numerous challenges for foreign nationals attempting to obtain visas. Pakistani researchers and students who were implicitly prohibited. From engaging in academic activities were also impacted by the inclusion.
Every year, a report is released analysing which nations are the greatest threat. To Norway in terms of intelligence sabotage, the proliferation of WMDs, terrorism, extremism. And threats against public officials. “Actors affiliated with Russia, China, Iran, and Pakistan will pose special challenges. To Norway’s national security,” according to a 2022 NTA report.
What are the Issues Hindered Educational and Career Aspirations for Students?
The inclusion of Pakistan on the list caused a number of issues. That hindered the educational and career aspirations of those connected to the nation. Furthermore, some Indian media outlets had used Pakistan’s inclusion on the list. As a springboard for derogatory propaganda. But Norway’s recent decision to delist Pakistan raises hopes for improved ties. Between the two countries as well as a reduction. In unjustified scrutiny and obstacles faced by Pakistani citizens.
In addition, the Indian media spread false information. About Pakistan’s inclusion on the list. Pakistan was portrayed negatively by Indian media as a nation that posed a threat. However, Norway’s decision to remove Pakistan from its list of National Threat Assessments. Represents a significant diplomatic victory for Pakistan.
Nonetheless, Norway’s recent move has raised hopes for better bilateral ties. Between Pakistan and the Scandinavian nation as well as. A decrease in unjustified barriers that Pakistani citizens must overcome.
