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Guest columnist Ahmed Rashid in Islamabad takes a look at what many see to be Pakistan's last chance to make democracy work there after the resignation of President Musharraf. 'Pakistan has to start tackling the real problems the country faces' The resignation of President Pervez Musharraf after nine years in office is a major victory for Pakistan's long battered and still fragile democratic forces. But effective civilian governance is bound to be hampered by the chaotic meltdown that the country has endured in recent weeks. And although the US will be expecting things to change speedily, they are unlikely to do so for now. The most pressing issues revolve around the theme that has bedevilled politics in this country over the years - the relationship between civilians and the military. 'Humiliated' The government is in the... [read full story]
