No, Pakistan is not a member of NATO.
While Pakistan is not a full member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), it is considered a "global partner." This means that Pakistan engages in cooperative activities with NATO on an individual basis.
NATO's Partnership Programs
NATO has various partnership programs designed to foster cooperation with countries that are not full members. These programs allow NATO to work with partner countries on issues such as:
- Crisis management
- Cyber defense
- Counter-terrorism
- Interoperability
Pakistan's Role as a Global Partner
Pakistan is among a group of nations that NATO refers to as "partners across the globe" or "global partners." Other global partners include:
- Afghanistan
- Australia
- Colombia
- Iraq
- Japan
- The Republic of Korea
- Mongolia
- New Zealand
These partnerships are tailored to the specific needs and interests of both NATO and the partner country. Cooperation with global partners like Pakistan can vary based on mutual agreement and strategic objectives.
In conclusion, while Pakistan maintains a cooperative relationship with NATO as a "global partner," it is not a member of the alliance.
