Kerry’s approach was good in that he did show some contrition and humility for what was clearly a tragic incident.
BURLINGTON, VT, US: This is with reference to Raza Rumi’s article of February 16 titled “Raymond Davis case: Some bitter truths”. Senator John Kerry’s approach was good in that he did show some contrition and humility for what was clearly a tragic incident. As for the writer, he must acknowledge that the American consulate handled the matter in an unprofessional way. It just assumed that it could get away with sloppy paperwork because Pakistan is a Third World country.
The way the car trampled over the cyclist is particularly sad and the Vienna Convention is clear that car accidents are not covered by diplomatic immunity. So let’s not chastise Pakistan on this so blithely. Yes, Pakistanis are over-emotional to their own detriment. This is a case of sloppiness and insensitivity which needs to be addressed.
Saleem H Ali
Published in The Express Tribune, February 19th, 2011.
