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The U.S. has given Pakistan more than $20 billion in aid since 9/11 ...
"The government must call elections next March, though many are predicting they’ll be called early, perhaps this fall. The Pakistan Peoples Party is led by Asif Ali Zardari, Bhutto’s husband, who also serves as Pakistan’s president. The presidency theoretically is a ceremonial post, but Zardari’s party position gives him effective control over the government."
“We don’t want this new prime minister and we don’t want Zardari,” Safdar said.
Read more here: Pakistanis say political sideshow distracts from their real problems | McClatchy
Pakistanis say political sideshow distracts from their real problems | McClatchy
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Here's what the U.S. Defense Dept.'s press release has to say:
"The United States is committed to a long-term partnership with Pakistan. Pakistan currently is one of the largest recipients of U.S. security assistance. The United States has pledged $1.5 billion of Foreign Military Financing to Pakistan from 2005-2009. In June 2004, President Bush designated Pakistan as a Major Non-NATO Ally.
"The United States supports Pakistan’s defense needs through sales of advanced systems (recent sales include TOW 2A missiles, P-3 maritime patrol aircraft, AH-1 Cobra Helicopters, and Harpoon missiles). Last year, the President also announced the U.S. intention to move forward with the possible sale of F-16 fighter aircraft to Pakistan.
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