On the recordJanuary 20, 2010
Pakistan is undoubtedly the key to the region because of its location, because of its peculiar history in terms of its interrelationship with Afghanistan.
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congress.govPakistan is undoubtedly the key to the region because of its location, because of its peculiar history in terms of its interrelationship with Afghanistan.
Lugar emphasizes Pakistan's critical role in regional dynamics.
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