Clinton opens Pakistan talks with new aid projects

[cory777]

Source: AP

ISLAMABAD — U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton opened high-level talks with Pakistan on Monday by announcing several new aid projects aimed at improving the country's water, energy and health sectors.

The projects are part of a $7.5 billion aid effort to convince Pakistanis that Washington is not only focused on backing the country's fight against Taliban and al-Qaida militants, but is also dedicated to improving the lives of average citizens.

The goal is to reduce the high level of anti-American sentiment in the country, providing Pakistan with more room to cooperate with Washington's effort to turn around the war in neighboring Afghanistan.

"We know that there is a perception held by too many Pakistanis that America's commitment to them begins and ends with security," said Clinton. "But security is just one piece of this vital partnership. We share with Pakistan a vision of a future in which all people can live safe, healthy, and productive lives; contribute to their communities; and make the most of their own God-given potential."

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[Better Today]

1. Yep, but heaven forbid anyone here gets UI aid. Sorry, I think I'm beginning to resent

all the money that leaves this country in aid and wars when we are clearly needing to both help for our own and lower our deficit. Where is this aid going to be offset against I wonder, more austerity?

[Lost4words]

2. It makes no sense at all. Our people are being screwed by this govt!