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Pakistan is really 4 or 5 countries that have been held together by military intimidation and Islamic ideology / theology. There is a large Shia minority that is sympathetic to Iran (just as in Afghanistan).

Think about this, the military is walking away from this region because it cost in terms of politics is too high. This is the same military that has sponsored a low intensity conflict in Kashmir against a powerful neighbor.

Pakistan will eventually turn on us, when it does, it is going to be very dangerous for the US and India. Do not forget the Red Chinese are allied with Pakistan and are trying to create closer ties with Iran.

A new power realignment is happening in South Asia.

Unfortunately many folks on FR can't seem to grapple with the reality you talk about & consider that an illegitimate Dictator's autobiography will give an authentic description of Pakistan & it's future.The Punjabi dominated army is not the solution to Pakistan's problems-it is THE PROBLEM.