Who should decide for Afghanistan?

Today many countries are involved in Afghanistan. It means the condition is very complicated. In one side neighbors like Pakistan and Iran have direct interests, in the other side western power which with the pretex of international terrorism have occupied it, seek their own benefits in Afghanistan. Taliban having a people base seeks its benefits. In the end stands the majority of Afghan people which should really stand at the center. Its the people and the real goverment that should dicide for Afghanistan.

Three views about Islam and democracy

Two group insist that Islam does not cope with democracy:
1. Radical Islamist group who believe demoracy is against Islamic rules. They say Islam comes from the God but democrcy is made by human wisdom, so they can not match each other
2. Anti Islam group who see Islam as pure superstitions which can not cope with the wisdom of democracy
Aside from these two groups, the moderates believe in compatibiliy between Islam and democracy they present examples for this copatibility in Turkey, Iran, Pakistan …

Pakistan, the struggle for democracy

The turbulant history of Pakistan has witnessed numorous and huge events. The most briliant is the recent struggle for democracy. After an honorable chalange against dictator Mosharaf the nation could stablish a true democracy. But democracy is not enough for progress. The poltical condition of the region, the economy and industry of Pakistan suffer complicated problem. But in her short history Pakistan has gained enough experince to overcome such problems.

WB to provide $1.4 billion to Pakistan

The World Bank has pledged to provide $ 1.4 billion support for Pakistan in the current year which can be front-loaded to fast track investment projects and budgetary lending. The amount includes $ 600 million for investment portfolio and $ 800 million for budget support as macroeconomic stabilization program moves forward. The offer, first made by World Bank President Robert Zoellick at a meeting with President Asif Ali Zardari last month in New York, was reiterated Saturday as Pakistan’s Adviser on Finance met with the Bank’s Managing Director Ms. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.

India, Pakistan and Afghanistan join hands with America to prevent Taliban

Could Pakistan fall to a Taliban-al-Qaida coup? Is India looking at the possibility of a Talibanized neighbour to its west, one with access to nuclear weapons? If Pakistan’s senior minister for information Sherry Rahman is to be believed, Pakistan is in the midst of a serious internal security threat from a collection of Taliban, al-Qaida and J&K terrorist elements who want to take over the country, according to a news report in Times of India dated 15.9.2008.   Indian security sources said they have been receiving reports of a steady infiltration of Taliban and al-Qaida elements in Pakistan’s biggest cities of Lahore and Karachi recently. In fact, in a recent incident which rang alarm bells, there were a number of Taliban posters in Karachi and Taliban spokespersons were quoted promising a better government in Sindh.

Suicide bombings prohibited in Islam: Ulema

LAHORE: Suicide bombings are strictly prohibited in Islam and no Muslim could ever think of killing innocent people, Patron of Jamia Namia, Dr Sarfarz Naeemi, said this, while addressing a press conference here on Tuesday. He also said that government should change its policy on war on terror, which has aggravated the situation and also caused worst law and order situation in the country.

More Suicide-Bomb Deaths In Pakistan Than In Iraq Or Afghanistan This Year

Suicide Attacks A Growing Threat In Pakistan
– Christian Science Monitor

Pakistan has overtaken Iraq and Afghanistan in suicide-bomb deaths this year, its intelligence agency reports. Thursday’s attack in Islamabad struck the police’s antiterrorism squad. Islamabad, Pakistan – A suicide bomber struck the headquarters of the Anti-terrorism Squad of the Islamabad police force Thursday afternoon, just as lawmakers were preparing to convene 15 miles away to discuss growing militancy in the country.

China-Pakistan relations are all weather

Mr. Mahmood Akhtar Mahmood, Vice Consul at the Consulate General of Pakistan Shanghai, sat down with 2point6billion.com, to discuss China-Pakistan relations – their impact on the rest of Asia and in a changing socio-political environment the road ahead. Mr Mahmood a certified accountant, also holds two masters degrees in History and Economics. He studied Mandarin in Beijing since the past two years and has written several research papers some of which cover the historical understandings of Mahayana Buddhism, Evolutionary Changes in Chinese Society, the Secrets of Prophet hood etc.

2point6billion.com: How are the improved relations between Pakistan and China changing / impacting the Asian region?

Pakistan Orders 60,000 Afghans To Leave Border Tribal Zone

KHAR, Pakistan (AFP)–Pakistan has ordered around 60,000 Afghan refugees to leave a troubled border tribal area where security forces are battling al-Qaida and Taliban militants, officials said Tuesday.

The deportation order for the displaced Afghans in the lawless northwestern region of Bajaur came after a deadline set for them to go back to their homeland expired Sunday, security officials said.

Altaf asks Nawaz to ‘forget and forgive’

LONDON, Oct 4: MQM chief Altaf Hussain has made an impassioned appeal to former prime minister Nawaz Sharif to forget and forgive and join hands with the PPP-led coalition government to steer the ship of the nation out of troubled waters.

Speaking at a function to celebrate his 55th birth day on Friday, Mr Hussain warned that Pakistan was on the verge of disintegration and that only a unified national stand could save it from the twin challenge of economy and terrorism.

He said it was only through unity that Pakistan could persuade its western friends and the US to desist from violating the country’s sovereignty.

A seminar about “the Many Faces of Political Islam”

Seminar
Series: Initiative on Religion in International Affairs Event
Open to the Public – Harvard Kennedy School Campus
October 22, 2008
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

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Dr. Mohammed Ayoob will discuss the major themes of his recent book on the diverse manifestations of Islam and its impact on global politics. This seminar will take place on Wednesday, October 22, from 11:30am to 1:00pm in Taubman 401. Lunch will be provided.

Dr. Ayoob is University Distinguished Professor of International Relations with a joint appointment in James Madison College and the Department of Political Science at Michigan State University. He is also Coordinator of the Muslim Studies Program at Michigan State University.

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Email: meghan_tinsley@ksg.harvard.edu

The Meaning of Imamah in Islam

One of the most controversial of current religious issues is pertinent to the Islamic Imamate or the Absolute Leadership of the Muslims of the world. Here, we shall attempt to clear up some of the illusions and misconceptions in connection with it. A shaikh has mentioned in one of his discourses:
“The most detrimental and divisive problems the Muslims face today is that so many ignorant, but rich, Muslims are trying to give opinions on Islamic issues for which they are not qualified to do. This is a situation which effects even the non-Muslims, who are generally left to form totally inaccurate concepts which are looked upon as dogma or authentic.”
The conditions of the Imamate are actually based on the Divine Permission from Allah Ta’ala, and commissioned from Sayyidina Rasulullah (Sallallahu ‘alaihi wa Sallam), the Holy Last Messenger. What this means is…>>>

Iran, Pakistan finalise gas pipeline deal without India

Iran and Pakistan have finalised a deal on USD 7.4 billion gas pipeline project without the participation of India, ending settled differences on the agreement during four-day negotiations in Tehran. The two countries have agreed to sign draft agreement and a letter of understanding by the end of October, a senior Iranian official said yesterday. The India-Pakistan-Iran talks in Tehran, which began on September 24, was not attended by India, who said it will not attend the tri-nation meetings unless transit fee issue is resolved with Islamabad.

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Asia to become economic powerhouse by next decade

Islamabad: Pakistan Economy Watch has said that only regional cooperation can provide relief to 50 crore poor living in South Asia. Political differences, if set aside, will spur new era of growth and Pakistan will reap dividends as Asia will be world’s centre of economic activity by next decade.

Pakistan will be world’s leader in textile and banking
Pakistan needs to avail this chance and initiate preparation as we have missed many opportunities in past, Dr. Murtaza Mughal, President, Pakistan Economy Watch said. “No doubt that Pakistan will be world’s leader in textiles and banking,” he added. He said 500 million people are living below poverty line in South Asia and their plight will only end if region can grow at a rate of eight per cent which is only possible in presence of enhanced regional trade.