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Allen-Kayani meeting pledges action against all terrorist sanctuaries; Pakistan receives $1.1 billion; ISI chief in US
Talks focused on improving security along the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
US to release $1.1b, Pakistan given right to reject shipment, lethal supplies not allowed.
According to new accord, Pakistan will not allow transportation of arms and ammunition.
The new agreement will be in place till 2015.
'It’s not impossible, but very difficult for al Qaeda in Pakistan to launch an attack outside its borders.'
Pentagon spokesperson George Little says border cooperation with Pakistan is improving.
Experts discuss the relationship in the backdrop of recent events.
US lawmakers approve amendment to cut the US aid to Pakistan by half.
Lt-Gen Islam’s visit will be the first by a high-ranking officer in over a year.