The U.S. has reimbursed Pakistan, a key ally in the global war on terror, about $5.56 billion in Coalition Support Funds (CSF) for its efforts to combat terrorism along its border with Afghanistan. The Dept. of Defense (DoD) provides CSF to 27 coalition partners for costs incurred in direct support of U.S. military operations. Pakistan is the largest recipient of CSF, receiving 81% of CSF reimbursements as of May 2008. This report focuses on: (1) the extent to which DoD has consistently applied its guidance to validate the reimbursements claimed by Pakistan; and (2) how the Office of the Defense Representative to Pakistan¿s role has changed over time. Includes recommendations. Illustrations.
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