Dhaka, March 15 -- There are enough people in Pakistan who continue to deny the Bangladesh genocide. It is an inconvenient truth for many, who would rather have the whole thing forgotten, or just kick it under their dirty carpet. And there are people in high places who claim Pakistan has already regretted its action in 1971, thus there is no need for further apology.

It is true Pakistan has made a few half-hearted attempts to show compunction for the events in 1971, without ever acknowledging any moral responsibility for one of the worst genocides of the 20th century. Their approach has always been, OK, this happened many years ago, and was the work of a few rogue military and political leaders. We are sorry, but let's move on.

But sorr...