Koreas' example

Sir, - ``Time heals griefs and quarrels, for we change and are no longer the same persons.'' This quote seems perfectly relevant at this point of time when the two Koreas are seeking reunification. It is good that both the countries who had been once pawns in the hands of the major powers have now identified the benefits of a united Korea.

This rapprochement of the two countries leaves a thought for the Indian and Pakistani rulers. Why can't India and Pakistan also think on those lines? The only obstacle that comes in the way of unification of South and North Korea as pointed out in your Editorial (August 21) is the existence of two different types of economic systems in the post Cold War era. However, with regard to India and Pakistan, both share the same roots of tradition, culture and heritage. Besides, both have the same type of economic system. The only barrier is the attitudes of the rulers of the two countries. It would not be impractical to think on the lines of Germany and Korea provided there is a steady effort with faith and patience.

S. Manu Shankar,

Prasantinilayam (AP)

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