The Wire

Pakistan’s military dictator Pervez Musharraf has signalled his intention to step down as army chief – if he is given another five-year term as president. It’s been a tough year for Musharraf, with the siege of the Red Mosque raising tensions, and the botched sacking of a Supreme Court Justice showing the limits of his powers. The Wire spoke to Dr Peter Mayer about the sincerity of Musharraf’s announcement, and Dr Samina Yasmeen about the level of domestic support for Musharraf.