By Jamsheed K. Choksy
26 Oct 2009 |
World Politics Review
A major reorientation in U.S. policy toward Pakistan is underway,
with the planning, administration, and staffing of reconstruction
projects being handed over to the government of Pakistan and to private
Pakistani organizations. What remains uncertain is whether local Pakistani organizations have the expertise and capacity to implement development efficiently.
By Jamsheed K. Choksy
02 Oct 2009 |
World Politics Review
Despite the encouraging outcome of yesterday's talks in Geneva, the
nuclear standoff with Iran is far from over. It will not end for the
U.S. until there is full, ongoing compliance with the International Atomic
Energy Agency's inspection regime. And so long as Mahmoud
Ahmadinejad is Iran's president, it very likely will not end for Iran
until breakout capability has been achieved.
By Jamsheed K. Choksy
03 Sep 2009 |
World Politics Review
The recent Iranian election fiasco has been a blessing in disguise for
President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. His reelection was confirmed by Supreme
Leader Ali Khamenei, the vote count was ratified by the Council of
Guardians, and the presidential oath of office was taken in front of a
majority of parliamentarians. Consequently, while those officials may
object to his actions, their ability to counter them is limited.