Promises, promises, Imran Khan raises Pakistani hopes sky high
(WorldNews Environment)

ISLAMABAD: From creating 10 million jobs to building an Islamic welfare state and restoring Pakistan`s tattered image abroad, new premier Imran Khan is facing a problem of his own making: runaway expectations raised by his lofty rhetoric. A cricket legend and firebrand nationalist who is hero-worshipped by supporters, Khan swept to power in last month`s election on a populist platform vowing to root out corruption among a venal elite and lift people out of poverty. But he inherits control of a volatile nation facing mounting problems at home and abroad, including a looming economic crisis and a fracture with historic ally the United States over Pakistan`s alleged links to militants. Ties are...