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What is happening in Pakistan?

Sometimes, I make predictions and they have, occasionally, been proven right. Some around me attribute it to the company of my friends. I do not deny having the privilege of being in an intelligent and influential company of friends but I think some correct calls are both the cause and the effect of such company. I think to help some understand why I say what I say, it will be good to share my views on what is happening in Pakistan. Because once one understands the context, it becomes a lot easier to see how things are and where they are headed. This piece is an exercise in explaining how I see. While analyzing issues, I have tried to rely on unbiased judgment. I think my beliefs emerge from such analysis and not the other way round. Another thing important to note is that things are constantly in a flux, and so no ism, no political theory, in its totality can be relevant for a longer period of time. Times change and with them the challenges and so should the solutions. Lastly, th