Number: RL32615
Title: Pakistans Domestic Political Developments
Authors: K. Alan Kronstadt, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: The 9/11 Commission Report called Musharraf's government the "best hope" for stability in Pakistan and Afghanistan, and recommended the provision of longterm and comprehensive support to Pakistan so long as its government remains committed to combating extremism and to a policy of "enlightened moderation." In passing the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (P.L. 108- 458), Congress broadly endorsed this recommendation and sought to encourage Pakistan's transition to full democracy. The act also extended the President's authority to waive coup-related sanctions on Pakistan through FY2006. See also CRS Issue Brief IB94041, Pakistan-U.S. Relations and CRS Report RL32259, Terrorism in South Asia.
Pages: 34
Date: September 19, 2005