Economical Inequality can burn the financial system

On a Fifty third story sky scrapper in Manhattan, there is a penthouse that offers beautiful unhindered views of central park, the Hudson River, and the city skyline. Its price is about $ 10 million.

A space agency is offering you to become world’s fortunate few to fly in space just like an astronaut in space mission . . . for just a few million dollars.

Unfortunately you can not view Fort Washington Armory in upper Manhattan from that $10 Million penthouse. It was opened as temporary shelter and it houses about 1000 men who sleep in one big sized room. Despair, fear of Ads and other life threatening diseases seems to be their fate.

Inequality and redistribution of wealth and has remained of main concern for the scientists of Economics for many decades. Economists are taking this issue as a threat to whole economic system if not properly discussed. In depth studies and thorough research is being in this field to analyze it impact on economy to overcome its consequences.

A recent study released by a think tank in United States suggest that the gap between Rich and Poor has been steadily widening in last three decades, as rich are getting more richer and the poor got a lot poorer.

Although this gap has remained in play from very start, however it is painful that in last 7 years balance in distribution of wealth has gone totally in the favor of rich. This gap is particularly bad because it is representing a consistent decline in the income of the poor. Studies reveal another unfortunate fact. That the distribution of poverty by race is very unequal: in United States 12 percent of white families, 31 percent of Hispanic Origin families and 33 percent of black families are below the poverty level. While in world comparison, Western countries which account less than 30 percent of world’s population have 90 percent of world’s wealth in their pockets. This inequality is not only threatening the economic system but also present great risk for peace of the world.  Riots and agitation is expected if current situation prevails.

Although many attempts are being made to repair the damages made by this inequality still a lot of work needs to be done. These attempts are called Income Redistribution Schemes. For example rich countries like United States are investing in social sector reforms and uplifting of deprived parts of poor countries. These countries are not only trying to help governments of such countries to boost country’s economy, but these also invest directly into welfare programs and charity services. However despite all these investments and efforts, the gap between rich and poor is consistently widening. Developed countries like United States, United Kingdom, Germany, China and France (G8) needs to rethink where is the problem and put efforts in right direction. Otherwise outrage would burn all things in world. Arab spring, Capture the Wall Street and other movements are just indication of turmoil under the surface. Anger can burn all theories. 

Bonn confrenece: expectations and the out come

Bonn conference was first held in December 2001 to build up an Afghan Interim Authority to replace the then toppled Taliban Government and to chose a leader for Afghanistan.  Hamid Karazai was luckily selected as leader. And them in 2004 elections he was elected as President of Afghanistan. One of the major outcomes of this conference was to establish the NATO-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF). Under same conference the Afghan Constitution Commission was established to draft a new constitution in consultation with the public.

 The Bonn Agreement called for a loya Jirga to be convened within 18 months of the establishment of the Transitional Authority and for the use of the 1964 constitution as the basis for a new constitution. The constitution had been adopted by the loya Jirga on January 4, 2004.

Today again the conference  held in Bonn under the chairmanship of Afghan President Karazi, which urges foreign troops pull out from Afghanistan in 2014, demands international support to rebuild war-hit country.

Although the conference urges the pull-out of troops in 2014 but the President Karazai still seems afraid of comeback of Taliban as CNN reported. It says “The Taliban could make a comeback and take over Afghanistan again, the country's President Hamid Karzai warned Monday at an international conference on Afghanistan's future.

At this point of time there are many prospects which add to the value of Bonn conference:

• ·         USA and its allies are mostly disappointed from achieving their goals, as Hamid Karazi said "Our shared goal of a stable, self-reliant Afghanistan is far from being achieved." This clearly shows that after utilizing all might and recourses for at lesst ten years the damsel of victory is still far away.
• ·         The time of US and Allied troop’s withdrawal is only a year away, and the Taliban are still not in control, any time they can make come back.
• ·         The Pak-Us relations after the NATO attack on Pak Army are not as good as before, so any decision about Afghanistan without the presence of Pakistan should be more wise and clever which can replace the importance of Pakistan.

In the presence of all these aspects it was expected that there would be a comprehensive plan for peace, rebuilding, and stability in Afghanistan. The overall report of the conference is hopefully good. But to be very honest, any settlement of Afghanistan without the involvement of Taliban and Pakistan cannot be assured as a long term solution.

Let us wait for the outcomes of Bonn conference, as 2014 is not too far

Global financial Crisis and “War of terror”

Since 9/11 a wide spread war against terrorism has been launched by Bush administration without defining “terrorism”. The undefined “terrorism” absolutely gave a great deal of chances to USA and allies to impose war any where and when ever under the umbrella of “War against Terrorism”. As we can see starting from Afghanistan, then attack on Iraq, then Somalia, some actions in Yemen, then a huge attack on Libya and now Pakistan.   These all chances to play the game of power to gain declared and undeclared goals from above mentioned countries.

And it was very clear from the day first that the main and core purpose of USA and allies is not to eradicate roots of terrorism from the world but it was only cover under which the real aim was hidden. And Jeremy Begin very wisely said that USA is fighting only for G.O.D. i.e. Gold, Oil and Drugs. This is the basic goal of so called war against terrorism.

But in spite of this entire struggle the result is in reverse and the campaign proved counterproductive. USA and the allies are facing financial crisis. Especially the condition of USA is well prescribed in the words of an official who says “The Global Economic Crisis has now replaced international terrorism as the most menacing threat to the national security of the United States, according to testimony by Dennis Blair, Director of National Intelligence”. 

Though there could be more than one reason for the crisis which are discussed on different forums, but the many things which played very vital role in the collapse of economy is “War Against Terrorism”.

I think this is the time to think and take wise decisions to save the USA and others before it is too late, and before Wall Street is occupied.

NATO’s attack on Pak Army; the reactions and lessons

NATO forces, appointed in Afghanistan to eliminate the so called “terrorism” and to return the world the peace it enjoyed before 9/11 as per USA assumption, yesterday 26^th November attacked on the check post of Pak Army in the border of Afghanistan. The reaction from Pakistan was as expected. Even we can say more than the expectations of USA and NATO. Taking action against it, Pakistan has stopped NATO supply, asked USA to vacant Shamsi Air Base within 15 days. It is really good response and appreciated country wide.  

NATO chief said that is was an unintentional incident. How funny it is!. To attack an Army which is fighting you war for last 11 years is the clear proof that they consider Pakistan Army as a Terrorist group.

It is not mentioned in any analyses but I think this attack can also be a practical of the statements of USA officials that “that there would be a “very big price” if they do not take action against militant groups staging attacks in Afghanistan.”

I think it is time for Pakistan to get rid of this so called “war against terrorism” and give some relief to common people especially to the people who are living in the area of strategic depth.

And one more important aspect which we should always keep in mind is that “we differentiate between uniformed and civilians” if civilians die in any attack from outside of our border we don't put any attentions, as we are can see the reaction and response of our Government and Army. If we give every citizen equal importance and take solid and patriotic action on any interference from outside our borders we can stop happening such incidents. And we should also take a lesson that USA is not sincere with us even after giving all kind of sacrifices for more than 10  years.

Killing of three persons in Lahore by Americans

Two days back, and American shot dead two Pakistani motorcyclists in Lahore, and an other was killed by an other American with his car hit. every Pakistani is in harsh anger on this incident and wants to treat these American guys as Americans do with others in such cases. What do you think, what treatment they should be given?

what Are The Basic Reasons of Terrorism?? Poverty or Injustice

• It is widely discussed at different platforms that the basic reason and cause for Terrorism is Poverty and illiteracy. And the argument given for this is that, because the poor people don’t find food to eat, and because of being uneducated they don’t know the modern way of life so they are easy to convince.

• Terrorists contact them, do brain wash, offer good amount of money for their family and tell them about paradise …………….and finally they become ready to go any extent.

• But if we put a bird eye view on the history of recent so called Terrorism we see that more then 80% people involved or accused for terrorism are well educated, belonging to very rich families. Starting for 9/11 attacks till today, all those whose names came in media or in any other sources of investigation are well off people.

• It denotes that poverty and illiteracy is not the cause for terrorism. The injustice, violation of freedom and abuse of basic rights are the major causes of terrorism. And until and unless we removed them the dream of peace will not come true.

This is what I think …….. What do you think??

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What are the basic Causes of Terrorism??

Who Played Big Role in Destruction of Peace?

• Now, after a long war in Iraq and Afghanistan, the world powers came to conclusion that war in Iraq was illegal and unlawful. there were no weapons of mass destruction and all reports were false and baseless...
• As far Afghanistan is concerned, every one is saying that dialogue the ultimate solution of the issue..
• Although it is too late, but still if they are serious, they can save innocents from death.
• only one power is not involved, but almoset 50 countries are taking part in this war against terrorism..
• Here the question arises that if the war is not solution, war in Iraq was unnecessary then why they attacked on these countries?

And even more important question is that, Who Is more responsible for the destruction of peace??

:: Operation Moshtarak: Can Peace Process and War go together?

Written by: Raja Ikram

• It is a matter of common sense that War and Peace can no go side by side, where there is war there is no peace, and where there is peace there is no war. some one may say that  WAR is required to bring peace, but I can not agree with this node totally.
• In Afghanistan there is a continues war against Taliban led by America, and almost 40 countries as her allies are helping him with all means, but so far there is no result. And all players are now tired to stay there any more, but don't also want to accept defeat.
• Now the Afghan Govt along with America and allies is keen to have dialogue with Taliban and to bring peace through talks. Although all international players are agreed for dialogue but Taliban are still reluctant, and the reason is un-trust on America and Nato.
• still the peace discussion didn't reach any conclusion, the America and allies started Operation Moshtarak in Afghanistan. which is total destruction of the peace process and an act of making the dialogue more dubious.

• What do you think about this operation, will it bring some positive results or will cause more ciaos  and violation in Afghanistan?

Iraq ....... before and After American demilitarization

• After destroying almost all infrastructure of Iraq, when the US and allies saw that there is no way to win this battle, they applied their old strategy of "divide and rule". they tried to divide the public in ethnic and sectarian groups, and we see they are successful to some level as their are news about Sunni and Shiites riots and clashes.
• Hence suicide attacks are an other gift which they have given to Iraqis, these attacks were so so much rapid before the withdrawal of America. though, Now the number is reduced but still there are news about this.

What do u think, the Situation of Iraq is better now or it was better before withdrawal?