I BELIEVE it is not yet time for the democratisation of Pakistan. It must wait for the right time; that is, when the systems are in place and militancy is rooted out completely. Democracy had its chance on previous occasions and it miserably failed to deliver the goods for the future of Pakistan. The leaders were corrupt. Sometimes, military rulers are good for a nation, if their aim is to implement the rule of law. Musharaff did not commit any crime other than striving for the betterment of Pakistan. I think the benefit of doubt could be given to him and democracy can wait for some more time until the dust settled down.

— AG, Abu Dhabi