Pakistan in US 'Board of Peace': Terror Sponsor or Peacemaker?

• Pakistan's inclusion in the US-formed 'Board of Peace' raises concerns due to its history of supporting terrorism.
• Senior journalist Deepika Bhan highlights India's long-standing struggle with Pakistan's cross-border terrorism, citing 26/11 Mumbai attacks and Osama bin Laden's hiding place.
• Pakistan's internal issues, including suppression of dissent, election rigging, and military dominance, further question its democratic credibility for a peace role.
• Experts suggest the 'Board of Peace' might be a US-centric political platform, potentially bypassing international institutions.
• India fears Pakistan will use this platform to re-internationalize the Kashmir issue, despite India's own peace initiatives like the Lahore bus journey.

Why It Matters: Pakistan's role in the US 'Board of Peace' is controversial given its terror links and internal issues.