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Emerging from a cloud of doubt
The Pakistan government's decision to utilise the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) department more effectively in the war on terror is likely to pay rich dividends.
- Gulf News
- Published: 23:15 November 25, 2008
The Pakistan government's decision to utilise the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) department more effectively in the war on terror is likely to pay rich dividends.
Labelled by many as a "power unto themselves", the ISI has for long been accused of following its own chosen path, especially given the turbulent political scenarios the country has gone through.
This new profile, which sees the ISI being focused on counter-terrorism activities, may help to control the disturbances along Pakistan's border, which is currently the centre of intense military activity thanks to the presence of Nato forces engaged in intense fighting with Taliban and Al Qaida militants.
The ISI's new persona also lends credibility to the notion that the US is keen to take more effective measures in its bid to eradicate terrorist activity and unrest in the region. In such a scenario the ISI may prove to be a valuable ally with their local knowledge and experience.
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