Terrorism in Pakistan is an intricate phenomenon imbedded in a complicated interface of socio-economic, political, ethno-religious and historical factors. Pakistan has made great strides in combating terrorism not only by relying on military operations but also by implementing legal and administrative reforms. However, this peril has not been eliminated entirely as it continues to pose a substantial threat to country’s stability. This study has tried to explore not only the domestic situation but the regional circumstances also to make a comprehensive strategy. The theoretical foundation of this analysis is based on security studies and the broader literature on political violence and terrorism while utilising a multi-disciplinary approach that includes Political Science, Sociology, and International Relations to examine terrorism as a domestic and global phenomenon. The Realist and Constructivist theories of international relations are also being used to explore how state security and ideational factors, such as identity and ideology, shape both the emergence of terrorism and the responses to it. For this purpose the research is based on these fundamental questions: What are the underlying causes of violent extremism that led to terrorism in Pakistan, and how do they compare with global trends? How has Pakistan's counter-terrorism strategy evolved, and what measures have been implemented to address the symptoms and root causes of terrorism? What lessons can be drawn from international experiences in counter-terrorism that may inform more effective policies and approaches in Pakistan? The research has incorporated a comparative and qualitative methodology, employ case studies of Pakistan’s counter-terrorism initiatives, and compare them to strategies employed in other countries with a similar history of terrorism, such as Afghanistan, and, Sri Lanka in the region. By incorporating cross-national comparison, the study has identified the best practices and common challenges in countering terrorism. Data has been drawn from government reports, expert interviews, policy documents, and scholarly analyses, providing a comprehensive understanding of Pakistan's efforts within an international context.