Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Tuesday said the pictorial book \u201cThe Battle of Truth\u201d (Marka-e-Haq) serves as a comprehensive documentation of Pakistan\u2019s success on the narrative and diplomatic fronts, highlighting how coordinated efforts across media, diplomacy and national institutions effectively projected the country\u2019s position.
\nAddressing the launch ceremony of the book\u2014organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in collaboration with the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR)\u2014the minister said the publication captures key moments of the \u201cbattle of truth\u201d fought across diplomatic, media and strategic domains. A documentary film related to the book was also screened during the ceremony.
\nThe book was formally unveiled by Federal Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, Parliamentary Secretary for Information Danyal Chaudhry, and Federal Secretary Information Ashfaq Ahmed Khalil, in the presence of senior officials, media representatives and stakeholders.
\nInformation Minister Tarar said Pakistan\u2019s success in Marka-e-Haq was rooted in truth, legitimacy and unity, adding that effective communication and narrative-building played a decisive role alongside conventional measures. \u201cWe were on the side of truth, and truth cannot be defeated,\u201d he remarked, adding that divine support and national resolve contributed to the country\u2019s success.
\nReferring to competing narratives, the minister said India\u2019s attempts\u2014based on \u201cdeception, falsehood and hypocrisy\u201d\u2014failed to gain international acceptance. He said the global community rejected the Indian narrative due to lack of credibility and consistency.
\n\u201cLiving nations establish their rightful place in the world with dignity, honour and integrity,\u201d he said, adding that Pakistan\u2019s principled stance resonated more strongly at the global level. He maintained that truth-based narratives ultimately prevail over misinformation.
\nThe minister highlighted the vital role played by Pakistani media, social media platforms and youth, noting that their collective efforts helped amplify Pakistan\u2019s viewpoint and counter disinformation effectively. \u201cIn the battle of narratives, our media, social media and youth stood united and played a highly positive role,\u201d he said.
\nHe also praised the close coordination between the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and ISPR during Marka-e-Haq, particularly under the leadership of Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, terming it a reflection of unity of thought and action.
\n\u201cWe promoted the national narrative with unity and cohesion. It was this consensus and collective effort that made victory in the narrative war possible,\u201d he added.
\nTarar thanked the ISPR team for compiling the book, noting that such initiatives are crucial for preserving national narratives and guiding future generations.
\nHe emphasized that \u201cThe Battle of Truth\u201d is not merely a pictorial account but a strategic communication effort documenting how Pakistan presented its case with confidence and credibility on the global stage.
\nHe concluded by quoting verses of national poet Dr Allama Iqbal emphasizing dignity, resilience, and national pride.
\nEarlier, welcoming the participants, the minister expressed gratitude for their presence.
\nOther speakers at the event included Lt Gen (R) Amir Riaz (HI) Zareen Khan Magsi, Dr Nafisa Shah and Senator Palwasha Khan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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