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U.S. Coalition Support Funds to Pakistan: From Ineffective, Unaccountable Reimbursements to a Long-Term, Strategic Relationship
House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs
House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs
Abstract
The Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform highlights the critical juncture in U.S.-Pakistan relations, emphasizing the need for a more sustainable and strategic approach in light of Pakistan's return to civilian democracy. The Coalition Support Funds program, designed for short-term military expenses, is criticized for its lack of accountability, questionable effectiveness, and potential diplomatic challenges. The report suggests transitioning away from this model and reallocating funds to alternative platforms focused on building the Pakistani military's counterinsurgency capacity and addressing shared national security objectives. The recommendations include significant funding for law enforcement, justice-sector capacity, education, health, energy, economic development, and institution-building to strengthen bilateral ties and promote democracy in Pakistan. The report calls for a fundamental reevaluation of the financial support provided, urging a shift towards a long-term strategic relationship with Pakistan.
Date
2008-09-25
Document Type
House Majority Staff Report
Serial Number
Document Length
36 pages
Congress
110
Relation
DOI
Keywords
Staff Reports, House, Democratic
PAP Major Code
19: International Affairs and Foreign Aid
PAP Minor Code
1921: Other Country/Region Specific Issues
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