India and Pakistan: A New Era?

India and Pakistan: A New Era?

How Pakistan intends to respond to these challenges remains to be seen. Historically, Pakistan has tried to retain American interests by injudiciously acting on Washington’s fears; these included expanding its nuclear weapons program, proliferation, terrorism and war with India. Alternatively, Pakistan could seek to offset decreased financial assistance through a greater reliance on China and through genuine attempts at reconciliation with India. If Pakistan chooses the latter, India should not be found wanting in reciprocating. If chooses is the former, we must not find ourselves regretting compromises made to our national security in moments of overzealousness.

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