Implications of recent events in Pakistan

[rootX]

Few things happened recently:
1) About 100 or so drone attacks per year killing many terrorists as well civilians
2) A CIA contractor (Mr Davis) was bailed out from legal punishment after he murdered someone in Lahore (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-south-asia-12305049) - he got out after paying blood money to the relatives.
3) US military carried out a ground operation in Pakistan killing Osama
4) US carried out a drone attack recently after #3 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-south-asia-13307509)
5) US development efforts (education) are failing both in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Not only civilian government is under fire but also military is receiving fire for admitting that it failed to see US helicopters on radar as well did not know of Osama presence (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-south-asia-13311257).

Few dangerous implication I see is that both military and civilian government are losing support which might:
1) Make Pakistan more unstable
2) Make terrorists more popular

I don't see any good solution to the problems I highlighted other than
- finishing up the military business as soon as possible
- improve the development programs and make them more efficient

(Please avoid morality, justice, and emotional issues)

 

[Alfi]

#5 is a sad thing. ( not emotional ... or ...ok ..it is )

I think it's one of the best hopes for the future. A Global general education and Global awareness education can only be a good thing, in my opinion.
Here and everywhere.

 

[pessimist]

IMHO the biggest problem lies with the substandard education being given in the respective countries. Your 5th point is a very important one worht looking into

 

[Proton Soup]

here's something else that is interesting. now that the USG has won the battle and taken out OBL, it may lose the war on economic development and management of petroleum resources.

http://app.com.pk/en_/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=139332&Itemid=1

By Muhammad Ilyas Khan
ISLAMABAD, May 15 (APP): Leading Russian companies Gazprom, Zarubezhneftegaz and Inter Raoues are keen to develop Pakistan’s energy sector and will contribute to the building of power generating facilities and developing gas fields in Pakistan. This assurance was given to President Asif Ali Zardari during his first three-day state visit to Russia (May 11-13) during which the leadership of both the countries held in- depth discussions on bilateral, regional and international issues. The Russian business community showed interest in working together with the Pakistani government and businesses in a number of commercial, infrastructure and banking projects.

...modernization of Pakistan Steel Mills in Karachi
...system to transmit electric power from Tajikistan
...building of gas pipeline
...Russian companies desire to develop Pakistan’s oil and gas fields; develop petroleum and natural gas storages in Pakistan; improve Pakistan’s natural gas infrastructure and initiate projects for using natural gas as a motor fuel.
...oil and gas storage facilities
...automobile and tractor manufacturing

...heavy mechanical industry
...five to ten megawawtt power plants
...energy, investment, air services and agriculture cooperation.
...leap forward in Pakistan-Russia relations.
...relationship is geo- political and geo- economical.

 

[LudusRex]

I must approach this issue from a logical and evidence-based perspective. The recent events in Pakistan have significant implications for the country's stability and the global fight against terrorism.

Firstly, the high number of drone attacks in Pakistan raises concerns about the effectiveness of this strategy in targeting terrorists. While it may have killed some terrorists, the collateral damage and civilian casualties have also resulted in resentment and anger towards the US, potentially fueling anti-American sentiment and recruitment for terrorist groups.

Secondly, the release of the CIA contractor who murdered someone in Lahore raises questions about the integrity and effectiveness of the Pakistani legal system. This could undermine trust in the government and create a sense of injustice among the Pakistani people.

Thirdly, the US military's ground operation in Pakistan to kill Osama bin Laden has sparked controversy and further strained relations between the two countries. This could potentially lead to increased distrust and hostility towards the US, making it more difficult to cooperate in the fight against terrorism.

Fourthly, the failure of US development efforts in Pakistan and Afghanistan highlights the importance of addressing the root causes of terrorism, such as poverty and lack of education. Without addressing these issues, it will be difficult to prevent the spread of extremist ideologies.

In conclusion, the recent events in Pakistan have dangerous implications for the country's stability and the global fight against terrorism. It is crucial for the US and Pakistan to work together to find effective and sustainable solutions that address the root causes of terrorism and promote stability in the region. This may include improving development programs, increasing transparency and accountability in military operations, and promoting trust and cooperation between the two countries.