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Pakistan’s election chaos casts shadow on next IMF deal

Ex-PM Imran Khan has asked the IMF to factor in alleged rigging in recent polls. That’s dangerous, economists say.

Al Jazeera · Feb 23, 2024

Pakistan Dynasty's Crown Jewel Breeds Resentment

Under the dizzying lights and gleaming monuments of Pakistan's cultural capital Lahore, Sidra Bilal's mind drifts to her rural hometown, a backwater of broken promises that led her to abstain from this month's election.

International Business Times · Feb 23, 2024

Shehbaz Sharif set to be PM, Pakistan in for 'roller coaster' ride: What it means for India

In a significant political development in Pakistan, two major parties, the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), have agreed to form a coalition government. However, the PPP has said that its support will be conditional, reviewing decisions on a case-by-case basis.

The Times of India · Feb 22, 2024

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Pakistan’s PTI faces uphill battle as rivals unite, Imran Khan in jail

It has staked a claim to form the government but has neither the numbers nor the allies.

Al Jazeera · Feb 21, 2024

Pakistan government deal agreed despite opposition from Imran Khan’s PTI

Pakistan People’s Party, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz to form a coalition with Shehbaz Sharif selected as PM candidate.

Al Jazeera · Feb 20, 2024

PML-N, PPP committees to hold next round of talks tomorrow

The coordination committees of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) convened on February 17 to deliberate on key proposals concerning government formation, indicating progress on multiple fronts. Read further on Dynamite news:

Dynamite News · Feb 18, 2024

Pakistan official admits involvement in rigging election results

Pakistan’s election commission will ‘hold an enquiry’ after Rawalpindi commissioner Liaqat Ali Chattha’s announcement.

Al Jazeera · Feb 17, 2024

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Bhutto about-turn: Behind the PPP plan to back Pakistan’s new government

What is the party’s reasoning behind joining a coalition with its longtime rivals without cabinet positions?

Al Jazeera · Feb 16, 2024

Pakistan: Imran Khan's party nominates Omar Ayub as PM candidate

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Thursday nominated its secretary general Omar Ayub Khan as the party nominee for the post of prime minister. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Feb 15, 2024

‘Mandate thieves’: New Pakistan government takes shape amid slew of jabs

PMLN and PPP will lead a six-party coalition that has a comfortable majority. PTI accuses them of stealing the mandate.

Al Jazeera · Feb 14, 2024

New Pakistan Coalition Echoes Same Old Problems

Pakistan's newly declared coalition government echoes the 2022 alliance that ousted Imran Khan, analysts say, demonstrating the military's enduring influence, but also Khan's unspent opposition power.

International Business Times · Feb 14, 2024

Coalition Government formed in Pakistan after inconclusive election results

Learn about the political situation in Pakistan following the recent election, where a coalition government is being formed amidst allegations of rigging a...

Pakistan Parties Agree On Coalition Excluding Khan's

Pakistan's two main political parties that joined forces to oust Imran Khan as prime minister in 2022 said Tuesday they would form a new coalition to rule the country, after an election last week failed to produce a decisive winner.

International Business Times · Feb 13, 2024

Pakistan: coalition agrees to form government and shut out Imran Khan’s party

Rival parties will make Shehbaz Sharif prime minister, despite Khan’s party getting most votes at election

The Guardian - UK · Feb 13, 2024

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Al Jazeera · Feb 13, 2024

Pakistan election: PTI joins religious parties, PPP backs rival PMLN

Two leading parties announce separate coalition plans to help secure a majority needed after Pakistan’s contested polls.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 13, 2024

Election turmoil leaves Pakistan with a weak and unpopular coalition

Government will be formed by Nawaz Sharif’s party but it may not survive long given the popularity of the jailed Imran Khan’s PTI

International Business Times · Feb 13, 2024

Pakistan Parties Rule Out Alliances In Post-election Deadlock

Two of Pakistan's main political parties ruled out any alliances Tuesday after an indecisive election, raising the possibility of a minority government or weeks more of negotiation before a coalition is formed.

International Business Times · Feb 13, 2024

Jailed Khan Rules Out Alliance With Rivals To Rule Pakistan

Jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan ruled out an alliance with Pakistan's two largest political parties on Tuesday after his candidates took the most seats in last week's general election.

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Al Jazeera · Feb 13, 2024

Pakistan election: Can Imran Khan’s winning candidates form a government?

Pakistan is in limbo after a split verdict. But what options does Khan’s PTI have, after candidates won the most seats?

The Guardian - UK · Feb 12, 2024

Who can form a government in Pakistan’s post-election chaos? The answer isn’t straightforward

Young and urban Pakistanis are dismayed by the state of their country, which they blame on the ruling class’s incompetence, says researcher Hameed Hakimi

Al Jazeera · Feb 12, 2024

Pakistani protesters block highways to demonstrate against election results

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party and its affiliates won the most seats, but accusations of tampering persist.

Al Jazeera · Feb 12, 2024

Why Nawaz Sharif failed to win Pakistan election despite tacit army support

The three-time PM’s party fell short in the election, as Imran Khan’s candidates emerged on top. What’s next for Sharif?

Al Jazeera · Feb 11, 2024

Khan’s PTI leads as final results in Pakistan election called

The military has called for stability as multiple parties allege election tampering and announce protests.

International Business Times · Feb 11, 2024

Pakistan Police Threaten Crackdown After Khan Party Calls Protests

Pakistan police warned Sunday they would come down hard on illegal gatherings after the party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan urged supporters to protest alleged rigging in last week's election.

Dynamite News · Feb 10, 2024

Pakistan Army Chief calls for "stable hands, healing touch" as polls throw up no clear winner

In a clear message as to who holds the cards in the country, Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, has said that the country needs stable hands and added that a unified government of all democratic forces will adequately represent Pakistan's diverse political and pluralistic landscap. Read further…

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