Number: RS22757 Title: U.S. Arms Sales to Pakistan Authors: Richard F. Grimmett, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: This report reviews the issue of U.S. arms sales to Pakistan. It provides background details regarding recent major weapons transactions between the United States and Pakistan, as well as the rationale given for such sales. It also reviews the current statutory framework that governs U.S. weapons sales to Pakistan, including existing authorities that could be used to curtail or terminate existing or prospective sales to that country. Pages: 4 Date: January 28, 2008