Where is the relationship going? Can it be improved? Unless America stops its pay off for assistance approach this friendship against terror will never improve beyond the absurd. Quite simply America's practice of buying friends and influencing enemies with cash is no longer acceptable. If the US continues to offer money for support it will remain a victim of deceit and Tom foolery. A direct, positive and concerted approach must be developed to change the existing the partnership into one free from contradiction and inconsistency. If a payment or financial agreement is entered into both parties must be held to account.
Perhaps America should insist the Pakistani military be under civilian government control and as well the US must require specific changes in Pakistan's policies towards the ever growing terrorist problem it faces.
Money talks and America certainly provides enough to Pakistan to warrant getting its money's worth. America does hold a power that it is not using effectively. Do not be afraid to insist upon certain changes in the way Pakistan is guided by its military interests. Use this defect to your advantage in a smart and considered way.
Threats and dominance do not work. A new approach whereby money for Pakistan is determined by Pakistan's proven attempts to clean out and reform its practices. Allotments dependent upon serious change is one approach. Promises of increased financial support should be dependent upon success not America's fear of terrorism. Help Pakistan to mature as a country and do not continue to interfere in her development instead assist and guide her. A tempered considered approach not just money may result in benefits to Pakistan that might result in a new mutual respect and a better world.
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