The announcement of the IMEC triggers a backlash from Pakistani citizens against Pak Govt

Last wake up call for Pakistan, asserts a Pak citizen

India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) announcement (Credit : Rediff.com)

New Delhi – The announcement of the ambitious India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) triggered a backlash from Pakistani citizens against its government, with many seeing it as a “last wake-up call”.

India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) (Credit : Eesti Eest!)

Some tweets posted by Pakistani citizens

“If only policy makers in Islamabad had an iota of intellect and awareness, this India-MiddleEast-Europe Economic Corridor would have passed right through Pakistan ……

If only policy makers in Islamabad had an iota of intellect and awareness, this India-MiddleEast-Europe Economic Corridor would have passed right through Pakistan and we would have become the hub of global economy, tourism and connectivity. It’s a moment of shame for all of us. https://t.co/XJxY10j2oQ

— Awais Tarar🧘 (@DrAwaisTarar) September 9, 2023

“As a Paki, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of shame today. Our nation deserves better leadership, accountability, and a brighter future. It’s time for change and a renewed commitment to the values that truly represent us,” wrote a social media user on X, formerly Twitter.

I compliment India to achieve the historic announcement of India, Middle East, Europe & USA corridor. If after Saudi Arabia ……

I compliment India to achieve the historic announcement of India, Middle East, Europe & USA corridor. If after Saudi Arabia & UAEs inclusion this is not seen as something to be noted then we are blind. We should be a part. If we join it can be land route also. Rethink!

— SyedShabbarZaidi (@SShabbarZaidi) September 9, 2023

A new strategic arrangement in the name of connectivity has been declared in the sidelines of the G20 summit in Delhi. The objective of this initiative, under the name of India-Middle East-Europe Corridor or IMEC, is to connect three continents. India, the US, the European Union, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, France, Germany and Italy have signed this initiative.