Trump So-Called South Asia Strategy Policy Option for Pakistan
Keywords:
Pakistan, Afghanistan, US, Taliban, India,terrorism,war on terror, Taliban, operations, peace.Abstract
US administration always looks down upon Pakistan suspecting its action
in eliminating terrorist networks and their sanctuaries. Pakistan has
repeatedly denied allegations and has announced stronger counterterrorism measures in the form of military operations and stepping up
border management along the shared border with Afghanistan and Iran.
Despite all these, US President Donald Trump in his August 21, 2017
policy speech warned Pakistan to eradicate alleged terrorist safe havens
from its soil or be ready for the consequences. The new US policy heap
blame on Pakistan and draw India deeper into Afghanistan without
addressing the competing interests of several other regional powers. In a
firm and comprehensive response to America’s new strategy, Pakistan has
outright rejected Trump’s allegations and insinuations that ignore its
sacrifices in the war against terror and belittle its efforts for peace in
Afghanistan. Recounting Pakistan efforts to fight terrorism, promote peace
in Afghanistan and endure the blowback effects of the conflict in
Afghanistan, it rightly called for the elimination of safe havens in
Afghanistan where terrorist attacks were being launched against Pakistan.
It must understand that a solution to the Afghan conundrum is not possible
without the unqualified support of Pakistan. Nevertheless, Pakistan must
strive to avoid a strategic collision with the world’s only superpower.
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