From The Counter Terrorism Blog:The oft-repeated question of where Pakistan is heading is often answered with uncertainty about the country's future. In a Congressional briefing on Thursday, March 19th, I presented three key themes, which I have outlined below.
First, Pakistan is a failing democracy. At the very least, Pakistan's democratic experience is fraught with confusion and constant concern about its ability to counter extremists as well as contain its own domestic political crisis. While the restoration of the Chief Justice is a positive sign, Pakistani leaders have yet to resolve their political differences. The current struggle for political power could either lead to a coalition or a tug-of-war with consequences for both the U.S. and Pakistan.
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