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Perhaps we will always be left to wonder , where would Pakistan be if Musharaf's term had lasted
1999-2018 instead of 1999-2008
The 10 years which followed him were the darkest days of Pakistan
Musharraf came to power in 1999 when Nawaz Sharif had almost accomplished the goal of bankrupting Pakistan. What came after was a well remembered time for people like myself , who are not really News paper writers or are influenced by Indian money
One of the most vivid , visions I have of that time period include , massive positivism
Pakistan had just gained Nuclear Bomb and we were the Only Islamic Country with Nuclear weapons and as a Pakistani I was very proud of that achievement. Surprisingly, Musharraf was keen on Economy and it was very visible he was a man who understood the business or making money and selecting people who are best in this role . He himself of course was more interested in the affairs of military.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INCUBATOR
The highlights of Musharraf's Era perhaps include , provisioning the seeds of Information Technology in Pakistan , import of massive computers and distribution channels for IT across the country
a) Every Corporate Company in Pakistan was asked to setup a online Web Presence
b) Every Corporate Company in Pakistan was asked to share their Financials Online
c) Every Corporate Company was asked to have a working IT office so information
can be shared with consumers
REVIVAL OF NATIONAL ASSETS
All of Pakistan's National Assets were given an overhaul , with revival of National Companies
Musharraf believed in getting the best Pakistani Talent across the world and even if it meant paying Western Style Salaries to attract foreign based Pakistanis to return back home to help rebuild a robust Economy
Job Adds went as far as North America , for Jobs in Pakistan's Executive Job level I myself saw these adds myself , but I never was at that career level
Privatization of Pakistan's Banking Sector
Pakistan's Banking sector was privatized , and people who knew how to run a Bank were given the keys to the Banks , so that each Bank became profitable in their own rights
Once the Banks started to function lot of Customer facing Jobs were created Locally in Pakistan which created many Jobs in the Banking Sector
The period also saw , expansion of banks into many bank branches across Pakistan
and that also stimulated Property sale to Banks.
Telecommunication Sector Overhaul
Pakistan's Telephone system of old was very dependent on land lines and anyone born in 80's and 90's would remember how hard it was for people to get a traditional Land Phone line.
All these old Infrastructure problems were solved as Telecommunication companies started to set their base in Pakistan and gradually started to introduce Cell Phones in Pakistan
Cell phones changed lives of Pakistanis greatly and it was a major status symbol across the country to hold a cell phone and talk in it while walking or standing outside
Improved Cell phone infrastructure meant that more people were connected to each other and it was easier to reach out to do business deals
Handling of Abdul Qadeer Khan, Crisis
Musharraf Orchestrated a reasonable conclusion to the Abdul Qadeer Khan's crisis case
protecting both National Interest and handling his well being . New safe guards were introduced to ensure a Safe work environment.
Pakistan distanced itself from the Claim's Mr Khan made and treated the case as a one off interaction between Mr Khan and International country. Since Mr Khan enjoyed a massive popularity in Pakistan , he was kept in house enclosure protected by Armed officers to prevent a repeat of the issue
Freedom of TV and Media
Pakistan as a nation was mainly used to 1-2 TV channels most of the 70's and 90's
and in 90's Dish Antenna had spread across the nation however with Dish Antennas it brought unexpected vulgar shows into Pakistani homes
To counter that Musharraf introduced Privatization of TV channels so that Pakistani Audience can get access to more Pakistani Content , Political Discussions and shows inline with Pakistan's own values. 1999-2007 saw an explosion of TV channels on national cable lines
Growth of Anchors and reporters meant more shows which targeted and exposed corruption and it opened eyes of Pakistani people to possibility of viewing live events unfolding for first time 100% free of any censorship
Standard of Live reporting improved
BARTER TRADE
One exponent which is not talked about which highlights his brilliance is strategic usage of Barter trade to keep our import signatures low.
Pakistan negotiated Open Barter trade with various countries (ASEAN organization based nations) which meant that Pakistan was able to preserve their existing supply of Dollar and
Use the GDP surplus to pay down it's old dept from 80's and 90's
One of the most important achievement of Musharraf's time was a strong Will to Make Large payments on Existing loans he believed that the only way nation can move forward is if a sustained effort is made to reduce the National Debt
I was first introduced to the barter Trade concept during his term.
STRONG TRADE TIES WITH REGIONAL COUNTRIES
Pakistan during this time made efforts to have open trade with all regional countries
a) Afghanistan
b) Nepal
c) Sri Lanka
d) Iran
e) Middle East (Saudia , Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait)
Also Pakistan benefited with special trade status provided to it from USA during this period which helped Economy in a positive manner
Regional GEO political Game Post 911 events:
However 99.9% of Musharraf's Decisions during war of terror were 100% Correct
FREEDOM OF GWADAR CORRIDOR
Various water canal projects and dam projects were completed in Baluchistan during Musharraf's time to show the Baluchistan residents that Pakistan was serious about developing Gwadar
LAUNCH OF NADARA
One of the most ambitious projects which was discussed in his time was the crescent Bay
project however this particular project got stalled after Musharaf's time
Maintaining the value of Pakistan's rupee steady
HE REVERSED THE RUPEE DEVALUATION!!!
Musharaf's Signiture mark on Pakistan's Defence
Musharraf reviewing the JF17 Thunder
Credited with fast tracking Saab Awacs purchase
Job creation in Government Jobs Sector
Diplomacy
An often overlooked aspect for Musharraf is the positive push he made to move Indian-Pakistan relations in a normal direction. He started with Kargil but due to being a man of vision he was able to sit down with India and Discuss peace for future
Diplomacy creates business opportunity , yes Pakistan bought defensive weapons under him but at same time his success was also due to a growing Pakistan-India ties at that time
Which eventually soured for worse , after a unknown entity based attack on Indian side
The moves were beneficial for Pakistan-India on a mutual level
So on one hard his life was threatened by Terrorist , their was WOT in Afghanistan , lot of pressure and India around on east side yet
Musharraf was solid as Rock , forging peaceful ties with all regional countries even India
To me at least that is a sign of a Genius of Man
Thank you General Sahib
Pay your tributes to hero when he walks among us
https://www.facebook.com/pervezmusharraf/
Perhaps we will always be left to wonder , where would Pakistan be if Musharaf's term had lasted
1999-2018 instead of 1999-2008
The 10 years which followed him were the darkest days of Pakistan
Musharraf came to power in 1999 when Nawaz Sharif had almost accomplished the goal of bankrupting Pakistan. What came after was a well remembered time for people like myself , who are not really News paper writers or are influenced by Indian money
One of the most vivid , visions I have of that time period include , massive positivism
Pakistan had just gained Nuclear Bomb and we were the Only Islamic Country with Nuclear weapons and as a Pakistani I was very proud of that achievement. Surprisingly, Musharraf was keen on Economy and it was very visible he was a man who understood the business or making money and selecting people who are best in this role . He himself of course was more interested in the affairs of military.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INCUBATOR
The highlights of Musharraf's Era perhaps include , provisioning the seeds of Information Technology in Pakistan , import of massive computers and distribution channels for IT across the country
a) Every Corporate Company in Pakistan was asked to setup a online Web Presence
b) Every Corporate Company in Pakistan was asked to share their Financials Online
c) Every Corporate Company was asked to have a working IT office so information
can be shared with consumers
REVIVAL OF NATIONAL ASSETS
All of Pakistan's National Assets were given an overhaul , with revival of National Companies
- Pakistan International Airlines
- Steeles Mills
- Railways
Musharraf believed in getting the best Pakistani Talent across the world and even if it meant paying Western Style Salaries to attract foreign based Pakistanis to return back home to help rebuild a robust Economy
Job Adds went as far as North America , for Jobs in Pakistan's Executive Job level I myself saw these adds myself , but I never was at that career level
Privatization of Pakistan's Banking Sector
Pakistan's Banking sector was privatized , and people who knew how to run a Bank were given the keys to the Banks , so that each Bank became profitable in their own rights
Once the Banks started to function lot of Customer facing Jobs were created Locally in Pakistan which created many Jobs in the Banking Sector
The period also saw , expansion of banks into many bank branches across Pakistan
and that also stimulated Property sale to Banks.
Telecommunication Sector Overhaul
Pakistan's Telephone system of old was very dependent on land lines and anyone born in 80's and 90's would remember how hard it was for people to get a traditional Land Phone line.
All these old Infrastructure problems were solved as Telecommunication companies started to set their base in Pakistan and gradually started to introduce Cell Phones in Pakistan
Cell phones changed lives of Pakistanis greatly and it was a major status symbol across the country to hold a cell phone and talk in it while walking or standing outside
Improved Cell phone infrastructure meant that more people were connected to each other and it was easier to reach out to do business deals
Handling of Abdul Qadeer Khan, Crisis
Musharraf Orchestrated a reasonable conclusion to the Abdul Qadeer Khan's crisis case
protecting both National Interest and handling his well being . New safe guards were introduced to ensure a Safe work environment.
Pakistan distanced itself from the Claim's Mr Khan made and treated the case as a one off interaction between Mr Khan and International country. Since Mr Khan enjoyed a massive popularity in Pakistan , he was kept in house enclosure protected by Armed officers to prevent a repeat of the issue
Freedom of TV and Media
Pakistan as a nation was mainly used to 1-2 TV channels most of the 70's and 90's
and in 90's Dish Antenna had spread across the nation however with Dish Antennas it brought unexpected vulgar shows into Pakistani homes
To counter that Musharraf introduced Privatization of TV channels so that Pakistani Audience can get access to more Pakistani Content , Political Discussions and shows inline with Pakistan's own values. 1999-2007 saw an explosion of TV channels on national cable lines
Growth of Anchors and reporters meant more shows which targeted and exposed corruption and it opened eyes of Pakistani people to possibility of viewing live events unfolding for first time 100% free of any censorship
Standard of Live reporting improved
BARTER TRADE
One exponent which is not talked about which highlights his brilliance is strategic usage of Barter trade to keep our import signatures low.
Pakistan negotiated Open Barter trade with various countries (ASEAN organization based nations) which meant that Pakistan was able to preserve their existing supply of Dollar and
Use the GDP surplus to pay down it's old dept from 80's and 90's
One of the most important achievement of Musharraf's time was a strong Will to Make Large payments on Existing loans he believed that the only way nation can move forward is if a sustained effort is made to reduce the National Debt
I was first introduced to the barter Trade concept during his term.
STRONG TRADE TIES WITH REGIONAL COUNTRIES
Pakistan during this time made efforts to have open trade with all regional countries
a) Afghanistan
b) Nepal
c) Sri Lanka
d) Iran
e) Middle East (Saudia , Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait)
Also Pakistan benefited with special trade status provided to it from USA during this period which helped Economy in a positive manner
Regional GEO political Game Post 911 events:
- Strategic decisions were made to align with USA to ensure the war remains out in Afghanistan and did not cross into Pakistan
- Positive Moves were made to Get F16 Fleet Upgraded and bring Pakistan-USA ties to a full normalization
- Pakistan's USA stance also meant that Pakistan clearly drew a line against Terrorism which was the biggest defining moment for Pakistan
- The Military Aid also helped Pakistan to Modernize much of it's forces
a) F16
b) Cobra Fleet
c) Various Advance Ammo for Usage
d) New fleet , MLU of old fleet
e) Navy Ship Acquisition
f) Access to Heavy Armored Personnel Carriers
b) Cobra Fleet
c) Various Advance Ammo for Usage
d) New fleet , MLU of old fleet
e) Navy Ship Acquisition
f) Access to Heavy Armored Personnel Carriers
- The only negative element of this decision was towards later half of his term the Terrorist were desperate and caused massive Terrorism inside Pakistani borders which impacted economy
- Musharaf knew that Terrorist were bad guys and he made 100% right decision
However 99.9% of Musharraf's Decisions during war of terror were 100% Correct
FREEDOM OF GWADAR CORRIDOR
- Gwadar would not possible before Anti Pakistan Elements were neutralized
- Musharraf launch massive campaign to clean up Baluchistan from Anti Pakistan elements and this ensured that Gwadar project can get launched
- People first started to hear about this region of Pakistan called Gwadar , which was suppose to be the next Dubai and every one suggesting others to buy property in that place as early as 2004-2005
Various water canal projects and dam projects were completed in Baluchistan during Musharraf's time to show the Baluchistan residents that Pakistan was serious about developing Gwadar
- Launch of the now common NADRA Card system and Bio-metric system first started with simple card registration for People of Pakistan's Citizenship
- The launch of the card system was first attempt by Government of Pakistan to register all Pakistanis with a futuristic system
- Passport services were improved nationally and also in international offices
- Musharraf's government also was able to attract investment in developing the coastal cities of Pakistan with property projects
- Many banks from middle east first expanded into Pakistan , with opening branches and later some real estate companies also showed interest to own Property in Pakistan
One of the most ambitious projects which was discussed in his time was the crescent Bay
project however this particular project got stalled after Musharaf's time
Maintaining the value of Pakistan's rupee steady
HE REVERSED THE RUPEE DEVALUATION!!!
Musharaf's Signiture mark on Pakistan's Defence
Musharraf reviewing the JF17 Thunder
Credited with fast tracking Saab Awacs purchase
Job creation in Government Jobs Sector
- With launch of NADRA initiatives jobs were created in Private sector because offices needed people to verify data & provide services to Citizens of Pakistan
Diplomacy
An often overlooked aspect for Musharraf is the positive push he made to move Indian-Pakistan relations in a normal direction. He started with Kargil but due to being a man of vision he was able to sit down with India and Discuss peace for future
Diplomacy creates business opportunity , yes Pakistan bought defensive weapons under him but at same time his success was also due to a growing Pakistan-India ties at that time
Which eventually soured for worse , after a unknown entity based attack on Indian side
The moves were beneficial for Pakistan-India on a mutual level
So on one hard his life was threatened by Terrorist , their was WOT in Afghanistan , lot of pressure and India around on east side yet
Musharraf was solid as Rock , forging peaceful ties with all regional countries even India
To me at least that is a sign of a Genius of Man
- He fixed our economy
- He fixed our companies
- He put our IT in right direction
- He started investment in real estate sector
- He improved our ties with all regional countries
Thank you General Sahib
Pay your tributes to hero when he walks among us
https://www.facebook.com/pervezmusharraf/
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