Ploy or not, every consumer in the United States can help prevent Pakistan from being able to afford the missile by boycotting all goods made in Pakistan. The boycott would deprive Pakistan of nearly four billion dollars per year. Simply do not buy any product with "Made in Pakistan" on the label. Further details about Pakistani trade with the United States are available from the Office of the United States Trade Representative. USTR is part of the Executive Office of the President. http://www.ustr.gov/countries-regions/south-central-asia/pakistan" target="_blank">link