From ‘Islamophobia’ to defence spending, Pakistan’s view on India’s election

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With the general elections looming in India, the media in Pakistan has commented on India’s “misadventures” in Pakistan, its “disproportionately-high spending” to bolster the military capabilities and its shift towards “autocracy”. News International (April 6) says, “India’s misadventures in Pakistan are often seen by critics as the country’s ruling party’s attempt to keep its support base… since it provides a thriving market for consumer goods and can help the West curtail China’s growing dominance, the Western world is exercising caution and preferring not to condemn India for its violations. But India is overstepping its boundaries.” Express Tribune (April 5) comments...