Most of us are made to believe the killings are being carried out by America, India and Israel working in tandem.

Aid or loans from other countries are not necessarily a bad thing, the economies of many countries run on such loans.

Pakistan has long-term economic and governance problems that cannot be solved in quick time.

The action in Abbottabad was carried out by the US on its own. The aftermath must be dealt with by Pakistan.

It is not time for Pakistan to isolate itself in the world and follow ‘strategic defiance’.

While child labour seems to be decreasing worldwide, in Pakistan it is actually increasing.

It is then fair to ask if the IJT is serving as a gateway to Taliban membership.

Perhaps Dr Singh’s words can add some sanity to a situation that has grown more and more hostile for Pakistan.

The need is to develop skill and, by doing so, encourage our young people to take up new challenges.

Lack of reforms or change in security doctrine would lead to further international isolation for Pakistan.