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India-Pakistan
Pakistan fully capable of defending itself, PM Nawaz
2014-05-29
[DAWN] Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif
... served two non-consecutive terms as prime minister, heads the Pakistain Moslem League (Nawaz). Noted for his spectacular corruption, the 1998 Pak nuclear test, border war with India, and for being tossed by General Musharraf...
on Wednesday gave an address on the occasion of Youm-e-Takbeer and said that Pakistain is fully capable of defending itself against any possible aggressive designs, DawnNews reported.

The premier congratulated the nation on the event and said that the country's nuclear assets were in safe hands, adding that it was for peaceful purposes.

On the subject of his recent visit to India, the prime minister said that the visit was a success and we want cordial relations with our neighbours.

Nawaz also said that a Bloody Karachi
...formerly the capital of Pakistain, now merely its most important port and financial center. It is among the largest cities in the world, with a population of 18 million, most of whom hate each other and many of whom are armed and dangerous...
mass transit plan would be initiated soon and it would be a priority of the government to complete all the projects within its stay.
Posted by:Fred

#2  Against what?

If Tibet is any indication, China. A direct route to Iran and its oil passes through Pakistan. On the other side of Pakistan, Afghanistan is mineral rich.

Nuks do tend to discourage aggression though.
Posted by: Squinty   2014-05-29 18:41  

#1  Pakistan fully capable of defending itself

Against what?

The list of enemies does NOT contain Bombers, except yours.
Posted by: Redneck Jim   2014-05-29 06:06  

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