Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007
A democratic, stable, and prosperous Pakistan that is a full and reliable partner in the struggle against the Taliban, al Qaeda, and other terrorist groups, and is a responsible steward of its nuclear weapons and technology, is vital to the national security of the United States.
POLICY GOALS:
Curbing the proliferation of nuclear weapons technology;
Combating poverty and corruption;
Enabling effective government institutions, including public education;
Promoting democracy and the rule of law, particularly at the national level;
Addressing the continued presence of Taliban and other violent extremist forces throughout the country;
Maintaining the authority of the Government of Pakistan in all parts of its national territory;
Securing the borders of
Effectively dealing with violent extremism.
How to achieve?
Statements of Policy- The following shall be the policy of the
(1) To maintain and deepen its friendship and long-term strategic relationship with
(2) To work with the Government of Pakistan to combat international terrorism, especially in the frontier provinces of
(3) To support robust funding for programs of the United States Agency for International Development and the Department of State that assist the Government of Pakistan in working toward the goals described in subsection (a)(4), as the Government of Pakistan demonstrates a clear commitment to building a moderate, democratic state.
(4) To work with the international community to secure additional financial and political support to effectively implement the policies set forth in this subsection.
(5) To facilitate a just resolution of the dispute over the territory of Kashmir, to the extent that such facilitation is invited and welcomed by the Governments of Pakistan and India and by the people of Kashmir.
(6) To facilitate greater communication and cooperation between the Governments of Afghanistan and
(7) To work with the Government of Pakistan to dismantle existing proliferation networks and prevent the proliferation of nuclear technology.
REQUIREMENT FOR REPORT ON STRATEGY
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall transmit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the long-term strategy of the
Limitation on US Security Assistance
For fiscal year 2008, United States assistance under Foreign Assistance Act, Arms Export Control Act may not be provided to, and a license for any item controlled under the Arms Export Control Act may not be approved for, Pakistan until the President transmits to the appropriate congressional committees a report that contains a determination of the President that the Government of Pakistan--
(A) is committed to eliminating from Pakistani territory any organization such as the Taliban, al Qaeda, or any successor, engaged in military, insurgent, or terrorist activities in Afghanistan;
(B) is undertaking a comprehensive military, legal, economic, and political campaign to achieving the goal described in subparagraph (A); and
(C) is currently making demonstrated, significant, and sustained progress toward eliminating support or safe haven for terrorists.
NUCLEAR ISSUE
Congress finds that the maintenance by any country of a procurement or supply network for the illicit proliferation of nuclear and missile technologies would be inconsistent with that country being considered an ally of the
It is the sense of Congress that the national security interest of the
DECLARATION OF POLICY
Congress declares that the amount of funds appropriated shall be determined by the extent to which the Government of Pakistan displays demonstrable progress in--
(A) preventing al Qaeda and other terrorist organizations from operating in the territory of Pakistan, including eliminating terrorist training camps or facilities, arresting members and leaders of terrorist organizations, and countering recruitment efforts;
(B) preventing the Taliban from using the territory of Pakistan as a sanctuary from which to launch attacks within Afghanistan, including by arresting Taliban leaders, stopping cross-border incursions, and countering recruitment efforts; and
(C) implementing democratic reforms, including allowing free, fair, and inclusive elections at all levels of government in accordance with internationally-recognized democratic norms, and respecting the independence of the press and judiciary.
The Secretary of State shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a biannual report describing in detail the extent to which the Government of Pakistan has displayed demonstrable progress in meeting the goals
Any
There were no safe havens in Pakistan- Kasuri
Terrorists were on the run and in hiding- Kasuri
Pakistan disappointed with new US Bill- Kasuri
Linkage between assistance and counter-terrorism counter productive- Kasuri
US National Intelliegence Estimates reports are not always correct- Tasnim Aslam
NATO has committed violations in the past in few cases- Tasnim Aslam
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