5th Generation Warfare and Issues of National Integration in Pakistan

Abstract

Everything that affects one's mind against some religion, culture, moral values, state and security forces is called 5 th generation war and Pakistan is a victim of it. In terms of Security Alliances, Nuclear Power, and Geo-Strategic location, Pakistan possesses prime importance on the globe. Anti-Pakistan powers, by using 5 th generation warfare tools, have concocted various issues for Pakistan's national integration such as security, terrorism, ethnic issues, and socioeconomic problems. Extensive relevant literature was studied while researching into this topic. Plethora of newspapers, periodicals and research papers were read on order augment the research. Interviews of strategic experts and those of the public servant regarding 5 th generation warfare were conducted in order to supplement this research with the practical knowledge. This study makes one thing clear that our state needs to be more vigilant and cautious than ever in order to avoid its disintegration in the hands of its foes that are trying their utmost to tarnish state's image in the eyes of its citizens.