The Biden administration is likely to be pragmatic in its dealings with Pakistan, pressing Islamabad to act on terrorism related issues and support America’s endeavours for peace in Afghanistan, according to a former top Pakistani diplomat.
The decision was taken at the Financial Action Task Force’s third and final plenary held virtually due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The US report on Pakistan red flags worries on the resurgence of Al Qaeda that was believed to have been decimated with the killing of its founder Osama bin Laden by US troops in Pakistan May 2011.
Amidst much speculation and contestation about the presence and strength of the Islamic State (IS)