There is, of course, the issue of the continuation in office of Pervez Musharraf, who alone is a major source of future instability. Thus, a formula has to be devised to push him out. Of course, the best option would be for him to resign of his own accord — but this does not seem likely.
Indeed, this is a happy moment for Pakistan. But will the joy be ephemeral or more long-lasting?
Islamabad based, Siddiqa is the author of ‘Military Inc.: Inside Pakistan’s Military Economy’ asidd66@yahoo.com