New reports from the Congressional Research Service that have not been made readily available to the public include these (both pdf):
“U.S. Arms Sales: Agreements with and Deliveries to Major Clients, 2003-2010,” December 16, 2011.
“Pakistan: U.S. Foreign Aid Conditions, Restrictions, and Reporting Requirements,” December 15, 2011.
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