The Futility of the Senate Debate on Balochistan
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on August 4, 2012 · Leave a Comment
The more the Balochistan issue is debated, the more complicated it gets. After the recent debate in the Upper House of the Parliament on the prevailing situation in the province, we do not seem to be going anywhere from here. Let’s forget … Read more
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Spy Chief’s Visit to Washington May Undermine Pakistan’s Democratic Government’s Influence
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on August 4, 2012 · 1 Comment
By Malik Siraj Akbar Pakistan’s spy chief Lt-Gen Zaheerul Islam has drawn enormous media attention during his first official visit to Washington D.C. This reception is indeed far warmer than what was accorded to President Asif Ali Zardari in May during the Chicago Summit. So, what has changed since May? Has the United States softened … Read more
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