By USMAN ANSARI
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan faces potential conflict on two fronts that calls for different types of equipment, but funding issues restrict its choices.
Counterinsurgency equipment to fight the Taliban is needed, but Pakistan must remain mindful of Indian acquisitions. Though on balance analysts say Pakistan has reasonable deterrent capabilities, the outcome of the Indian general election could raise tensions.
Despite some improvement, Pakistan’s economy remains beleaguered.
Consequently, a senior defense official told Defense News that Pakistan’s procurement efforts are split between counterterrorism and general capacity building, with the former being prioritized.
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