Why does Pakistan support America?

[nikhil25]

Re: Why does Pakistan support America?

@CENTCOM

The US and Pakistan have faced severe destruction at the hands of terrorism. Our refusal to bow down to the atrocities of terrorism created an alliance with a common vision. Both nations made it a mission to free and clear the region from the wrath of terrorism. The sacrifices made by the US and Pakistani forces exemplify the extent to which the two nations are willing to go to protect their sovereignty. Our combined efforts have led to the halting of terrorist operations, and created a hopeful future for a region plagued by terrorism. Our resilience against terrorism, and the success of our combined operations, have encouraged us to look past our differences and disagreements, and carry on for the sake of achieving our common interest. The ultimate goal of stabilizing the region continues to prevail, as it should. The two proud, independent nations have often disagreed in the implementation of different strategies, and failed to move cohesively at times. The key point to note here is that the intention behind those disagreements usually rests on crafting a better plan moving forward. So, would it be fair to amplify those differences and suggest other motives? Is it then fair to allow our all important alliance to fall victim to the web of conspiracy theories? Do our nations not deserve a pat on the back for wanting to continue our alliance, despite all the unjust criticism? Do we not have the responsibility of supporting our nations in fighting the threat that is detrimental to our safety?

MAJ Nevers,
DET, United States Central Command
www.Centcom.mil/UR

why do you parrot these kinds of statements when it’s no secret that pakistan and US have starkly contrasting interests in afghanistan?

the pakistani military wants pliant, pro-islamabad, pashtun rulers in kabul. naturally, it prefers its old mujahideen friends in the taliban, which is ready-made and suitable for this purpose. stone-age, tyrannical rule and ethnic warfare does not bother pakistan as long as the government is not hostile to pakistan.

the only common ground is opposition to the TTP, which is an enemy pakistan picked up simply as a cost of acquiescing to US demands and enjoying the compensation for doing so.