US Says IMF Bailout Funds China, Not Pakistan

US Strategist Criticizes IMF Bailout of Pakistan

A prominent US military strategist is blasting the Trump administration for supporting a $1 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout package for Pakistan, arguing that the funds are essentially going to China. Michael Rubin, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and former Pentagon advisor, penned a scathing op-ed in the Washington Examiner, claiming that Pakistan is essentially a vassal state of China.

In his op-ed, Rubin calls Pakistan “one of the world’s most corrupt countries” and highlights its growing economic dependence on China. He points to the Gwadar port, a key part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative, and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, a massive infrastructure project that has saddled Pakistan with $40 billion in debt.

Rubin’s criticism comes on the heels of a deadly terror attack in India, which he attributes to Pakistan-based militants. He argues that the IMF bailout sends a dangerous message, undermining efforts to pressure Pakistan to address its support for terrorism.

Pakistan’s Military Performance in India Conflict Also Criticized

Rubin also condemned Pakistan’s military performance during a recent four-day conflict with India, stating that India had decisively won and exposed Pakistan’s long-held narrative of military superiority. He described Pakistan’s response as cowardly, claiming they “went running like a scared dog with its tail between its legs” to seek a ceasefire.

Rubin’s views echo those of other American security experts who have expressed concerns about Pakistan’s role in regional instability and its close ties to China. His strong criticism of the IMF bailout highlights the increasing scrutiny Pakistan faces from the international community over its policies and actions.