Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has convened an urgent meeting of the National Command Authority (NCA), the country's apex nuclear security body, following escalated military tensions with neighboring India. The move comes after both nations accused each other of airspace violations and cross-border drone activity this week, resulting in at least 48 casualties.
The NCA, composed of civilian and military leadership, oversees Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal and strategic decision-making. Saturday’s meeting signals heightened concerns as Islamabad confirmed a recent military operation targeting what it called “Indian bases” near disputed borders. Analysts warn the situation risks destabilizing South Asia amid global calls for restraint.
Prime Minister Sharif’s decision underscores the fragile security calculus in a region home to 1.9 billion people. Investors are monitoring economic impacts, while academics highlight the conflict’s roots in decades-old territorial disputes. The Asian diaspora and travelers are advised to stay updated on regional advisories as diplomatic efforts intensify.
