Pakistan is important for US to counter terrorism, stabilising Afghanistan, consolidating its position in Central Asia

Nawaz Sharif still has opportunity to come up with a solution to clear his reputation in public eyes

Due to existence of ‘mutually ensured destruction’ between India and Pakistan a war is not possible

India’s attitude caused postponement of SAARC summit that had to be held in Pakistan in November

Differences over joint counterterrorism efforts in the larger context still persist

We see another arrangement for intelligence-sharing, which has been brought about with the help of China

Turkey and Pakistan have a great deal in common

Pakistan lacks diplomatic effectiveness in important areas, such as the issue of the Coalition Support Fund

The world recognises the Durand Line as an international boundary but Afghan government has historically refused