New Delhi, May 9 -- Pakistan's coastline is not peripheral; it is strategic. Stretching over 1,000 km along the Arabian Sea, it connects critical sea lanes, energy corridors, and regional markets. In geopolitical terms, it represents both opportunity and vulnerability. Yet, it remains underutilized within Pakistan's national strategy.

The global shift toward the blue economy reflects a broader transformation in how states conceptualize maritime power. It is no longer limited to naval strength. It includes economic resilience, resource management, and institutional capacity. For Pakistan, this presents a strategic opening. However, without coherent policy direction, it risks becoming another case of unrealized potential. The central quest...