@gambit ,
It is rather unfortunate that prejudice is still rampant in some societies. I don't want to go of topic, but the medical guy within me can't help but explore the psychological intricacies of cultural racism. I mean, there are some behaviorist specialists that I know of currently doing...
Griff,
I would also like to add that it was invetible that East and West Pakistan were to be divided. The human rights abuses that Bengalis were subject to Pakistani military forces were paramount. The partition of the two states was necessary, in my honest opinion.
@Pakistanisage ,
The preservation of Taiwan's independence is a major itinerary of the US Navy's Pacific Commmand, in conjunction with the defense of Japan and South Korea. During the 1995-1996 and 2000 Taiwan Strait Crisis, the Navy deployed 2 carrier battle groups into the region, testament...
This is nothing new considering how the Thai Armed Forces is seen as not just a hand of the Government, but also the de-facto protector of Thai Society. Albeit it has a more conservative position, leaning towards the monarchy's interests. Let's see if the Red Shirts will acquiesce to this...