Imran Khan, the former prime minister of Pakistan, is once again in the news throughout the world as a Nobel Peace Prize finalist for 2025. The Pakistan World Alliance (PWA), an advocacy organization connected to the Norwegian political party Partyt Sentrum, submitted the nomination. The group's main justification for their proposal was Khan's support of Pakistan's democracy, human rights, and peace initiatives. However, considering his current political and legal issues, this development has generated discussion.

Imran Khan's association with the Nobel Peace Prize is not a new one. Supporters said that he was instrumental in averting a conflict between India and Pakistan in 2019 following his decision to return Indian pilot Abhinandan Varthaman, who had been abducted. The action showed his impact on regional peace efforts even though he was not formally nominated at the time. But more than his direct diplomatic efforts, his 2025 nomination is predicated on his political fights and stance on democratic governance.

Even with the nomination, the Norwegian Nobel Committee keeps the details confidential for 50 years and does not publicly reveal its nominees. Khan is also incarcerated for 14 years on corruption accusations. While his supporters see his imprisonment as politically motivated, making his nomination even more significant, his detractors contend that it could be controversial to present a peace prize to a leader convicted of financial malfeasance.

The nomination represents a major turning point in Imran Khan's political career regardless of whether he is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. It keeps him relevant in Pakistani and international politics while highlighting the stark differences between his fans and detractors. Although he is still facing legal issues, this nomination guarantees that his name will continue to be mentioned in global leadership debates.