Which is ripe for a take over, whether by the military or jihadis remains to be seen (see below). One wonders if any conditions were associated with this “gift” that, according to Pakistan’s ambassador, proves that “the United States wants enduring bilateral ties with Pakistan”?
“US approves additional $1.9 bln in aid to Pakistan,” from Geo.TV, May 8:
US approves additional $1.9 bln in aid to Pakistan WASHINGTON: The US Congress Committee has approved $1.9 billion in additional assistance to Pakistan, Islamabad ambassador to Washington Hussain Haqqani said on Friday.
Speaking to media persons here, Haqqani said: “The United States wants enduring bilateral ties with Pakistan.”
Terming the approval of $1.9 billion by the US committee a great success, he said that it was a proof that America wants better relations with Islamabad.
“We have told the US that no compromise will be made on the country”s sovereignty,” Haqqani added.