08-27-2005, 05:00 AM
Normalization should no longer a be taboo subject and should be widely discussed by the Pakistani media. The question of normalization should be when and not if. A comprehensive Middle East settlement, especially with the Palestinians, would significantly modify Pakistan's position.
Whenever Pakistan recognizes and establishes relations with Israel, it will not be the first Islamic country to do so. Since it has no direct disputes with Israel, Pakistan is not under any compulsion to seek a âcold peaceâ with Israel, and therefore has several options to choose from.
The Turkish model Pakistan can recognize Israel without establishing diplomatic relations immediately.
The Iranian model It can follow the precedent set by the Shah of Iran and recognize the Jewish state, but maintain its relationship under wraps.
The Jordanian model It can imitate the Jordanians and maintain close political as well as military relations with the Jewish state without granting any official recognition.
The Chinese model It can adopt the Chinese example and view military contacts as a means of promoting political relations.
Cheers
Wisal Ahmad
Yousafzai
Whenever Pakistan recognizes and establishes relations with Israel, it will not be the first Islamic country to do so. Since it has no direct disputes with Israel, Pakistan is not under any compulsion to seek a âcold peaceâ with Israel, and therefore has several options to choose from.
The Turkish model Pakistan can recognize Israel without establishing diplomatic relations immediately.
The Iranian model It can follow the precedent set by the Shah of Iran and recognize the Jewish state, but maintain its relationship under wraps.
The Jordanian model It can imitate the Jordanians and maintain close political as well as military relations with the Jewish state without granting any official recognition.
The Chinese model It can adopt the Chinese example and view military contacts as a means of promoting political relations.
Cheers
Wisal Ahmad
Yousafzai
