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The War in Pakistan
The war in Pakistan rages between the government's armed forces and Islamic militants and began in 2004 when a search for al-Qaeda operatives in the mountainous area of Waziristan met with armed resistance.
The People of Pakistan
Pakistan has one of the fastest growing populations in the world. The total population has reached 170,000,000. It is a very diverse country with many different ethnic groups occupying the region.
Instability and its Effects on Pakistani Politics and Economy
Pakistan, the product of the dissolution of the British Empire, officially became a state in 1947. Although young in age, Pakistan has been plagued by political and economic difficulties that have influenced foreign policy on a regional as well as a global scale.
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'Stop the drones!': US ignores Pakistan plea
May 17, 2012
The rift in US-Pakistani relations looks set to widen after Washington failed to assure the once close ally, that it would end drone attacks on Pakistani territory. Islamabad's demands fell on deaf ears though, during the visit of the US special envoy, who's in Pakistan amid efforts to mend fractured ties. Relations between the two derailed following the US raid that killed Osama bin Laden, and a NATO airstrike that left 24 Pakistani soldiers dead. To discuss this, RT talks to Robert Farley, who's an assistant professor at the University of Kentucky. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Wanted Pakistani man surfaces in video
May 15, 2012
Adnan Rashid, one of Pakistan's most-wanted persons, has made a brazen appearance on a Pakistani Taliban video days after escaping a northwestern Pakistan prison. Rashid, one of the orchestrators of a plot to assassinate Pervez Musharraf, the former Pakistani president, was freed eight years and four months into a death sentence when armed men associated with the Pakistani Taliban stormed the prison last week. Al Jazeera's Anu Nathan has this report.
India-Pakistan border post opens for business
May 15, 2012
For the first time since 2007, India and Pakistan are set to open a historic border crossing for commercial traffic passing through the two nations. The "integrated check post," as it is known, close to Wagah, the only road crossing between the antagonistic neighbours, is the first of 13 border posts set to open following years of negotiations between the two sides. The opening of the crossing at Attari could see the number of trucks entering Pakistan increase from 150 to 800 a day, greatly boosting business on both sides of the border. Al Jazeera's Prerna Suri reports from the Wagah border.
Al Jazeera World - Balochistan: Pakistan's other war
May 17, 2012
The ongoing conflict in the remote province of Balochistan is often called Pakistan's "dirty war". Ethnic Balochi politicians and leaders share their vision of self-determination and freedom from Pakistani rule.
Inside Story - Is Pakistan backing the Taliban?
May 16, 2012
Pakistan has rejected fresh accusations that it is directly supporting the Taliban in Afghanistan, following a leaked secret US report. Does Pakistan prefer a Taliban government in Afghanistan? Guests: Zaid Hamid, Wali Massoud and Richard Weitz.
Pakistan gives information of a terror attack at Wagah border
May 16, 2012
Security beefed up at Wagah border after information provided by Pakistan on a possible terror attack. Pakistan gives information to Punjab police of a possible terror attack by LET and Tehreek-e-Taliban at the Integrated Check Post (ICP). Trade movement between India and Pakistan through the Attari-Wagah land route takes place at the newly set up Integrated Check Post (ICP) which is spread in 300 acres. Even the BSF is put on alert.For more info log on to: youtube.com
Inside Story Americas - US-Pakistan: Who needs whom more?
May 13, 2012
The US and Pakistan are holding high-level meetings after months of strained relations. The question is, what is next for both sides and who actually needs whom more in this relationship? Guests: Akbar Ahmed, Lawrence Wilkerson, Dennis Kux.
Pakistani charity founder nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
May 15, 2012
Known for establishing the world's largest ambulance service, a Karachi man is now in line to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Abdul Sattar Edhi's is one of the most famous men in Pakistan. He opened a medical clinic which eventually spawned the world's largest ambulance service and an international charity. Al Jazeera's Imtiaz Tyab reports from Karachi.
Pakistan tests new ballistic missile
May 11, 2012
Pakistan has successfully test-fired a new intermediate range ballistic missile, the country's military says. It says the latest version of its Shaheen 1 rocket can carry nuclear and conventional warheads further than before.
Pakistan military searches for avalanche victims
May 15, 2012
The Pakistani army is continuing its search for the remains of more than 130 soldiers who are presumed dead after an avalanche on April 7 from the Siachen Glacier. The remote region is on the Pakistani side of the Kashmiri border with India. Al Jazeera's Kamal Hyder travelled to the site with a team from the Pakistani army.
Taliban free prisoners in Pakistan jail raid
May 15, 2012
Taliban gunmen have attacked a prison in Pakistan, freeing almost four hundred inmates. The fighters blew up the entrance to the building in the northwestern town of Bannu in the early hours of Sunday morning. Kamal Hyder reports.
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Turmoil in Pakistan as party quits Cabinet
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s U.S.-allied ruling party suffered a fresh blow to its fragile hold on power Tuesday when a coalition partner said it will quit the cabinet, deepening the nation’s political turmoil and potentially distracting Islamabad from helping American forces target militants.
Toll in Pakistan floods surges past 800
NOWSHERA, Pakistan - The death toll in the massive flooding in Pakistan surged past 800 as floodwaters receded Saturday in the hard-hit northwest, an official said. The damage to roads, bridges and communications networks hindered rescuers, while the threat of disease loomed as some evacuees arrived in camps with fever, diarrhea and skin problems.
Gunmen abduct U.S. man in brazen raid in Pakistan
LAHORE, Pakistan — Gunmen kidnapped an American development expert after tricking his guards and breaking into his house in Pakistan on Saturday, a brazen raid that alarmed aid workers, diplomats and other foreigners who already tread carefully in this country rife with Islamic militancy and anti-U.S. sentiment.
American Pakistan Foundation Announces Addition to Board of Directors
A. Salman Amin, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, PepsiCo joins Board
NEW YORK, April 12, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Pakistan Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of A.
General: Militants flow into Pakistan
BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan - The top U.S. general in eastern Afghanistan said Friday he is seeing "some very interesting movement" of insurgents across the border into Pakistan this spring, possibly to join Taliban militants battling government troops.
Power Market in SAARC Countries to 2020 - FDI Driven by Private Sector Participation is Key to Future Growth
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