The Great Game Continues

There is great euphoria among Pakistani liberals over the presumed 'return to democracy'. They are yet to discover Late Neo-colonialism. The manoeuvres against Musharraf bear uncanny resemblances to organised 'people's power' the CIA unleashed during 'colour revolutions' and upheavals against Hugo Chavez.

Bhutto and geopolitical risk

The global impact of Benazir Bhutto's assassination should not be underestimated. Oil prices have now soared edging closer to $100 a barrel, equity prices are falling and the concept of "geopolitical risk" has re-emerged during a relatively quiet time. All that on top of deteriorating economic news in the United States. No wonder stocks prices are down.

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The Great Game Continues

Bhutto and geopolitical risk