Articles Tagged With 'Pakistan'
U.S. Officials Equate Pakistani Spy Agency With Terror Groups in Leaked Documents
Material published by Wikileaks and the Guardian gives a more detailed picture of U.S.-Pakistan relations, one colored by deep suspicion.
Mumbai: The Plot Unfolds, Lashkar Strikes and Investigators Scramble
Sajid Mir, a mysterious Lashkar chief with close ties to Pakistani security forces, deploys American David Coleman Headley to scout hotels and other targets in Mumbai where foreigners are likely to be found.
Times Square Bombing Investigation Focuses on Suspected Role of Pakistani Army Major
U.S. investigators are looking into whether a major in Pakistan’s army knew of the plans to attack U.S. targets months before the Times Square bombing attempt.
Pakistani Taliban Link to Times Square Bombing Attempt Would Have Troubling Implications
If the failed Times Square bombing is linked to the Pakistani Taliban, it could mean a widening of what had been a local insurgency.
Obama Administration Slows Its Plan to Redirect Pakistan Aid
The U.S. is slowing plans to have Pakistani organizations handle aid money.
U.S. Contractor Announces Plans to Train Pakistani NGOs, On Its Own Dime
After a U.S. move to channel development money through local groups, an American company tries to position itself in Pakistan.
USAID Asks for Help Training Pakistani NGOs Set to Receive U.S. Money
The agency in charge of distributing millions in civilian aid to Pakistan has asked for help training the local organizations that will spend it, saying they "do not meet the minimum standards for managing" U.S. government funds.
State Dept. Responds to Criticisms Over Pakistan Aid Report
A State Department official says it's important for Pakistanis to have "buy-in" to aid programs to foster long-term development.
Washington to Reduce Funding for U.S. Contractors in Pakistan
The U.S. is planning to shift more of the money it spends in Pakistan to Pakistani NGOs and contractors, a move that has raised concerns about tracking how it's spent.
