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Ex-Pakistani PM Zeroes in on Pakistan's Civil-Military Divide in Interview

By Ankit Panda

May 14, 2018

A controversial interview by a former prime minister puts a spotlight on Pakistan's civil-military dynamics.

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May 12, 2018

Should India Take Pakistan’s Overtures Seriously?

Pakistan’s COAS indicate he’s ready to seek peace. How should India respond?

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Should India Take Pakistan’s Overtures Seriously?

February 14, 2018

By-Election in Punjab Reveals an Uphill Struggle for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf

What does the recent by-election in Punjab tell us about the province's political dynamics?

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By-Election in Punjab Reveals an Uphill Struggle for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf

January 26, 2018

The Politics of Electioneering in Pakistan

The stakes are high for civilian supremacy in Pakistan in the leadup to the next elections.

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The Politics of Electioneering in Pakistan

December 01, 2017

Who Benefits From Pakistan's Sit-Ins?

The winners: hardline Islamists. The loser: Pakistan's democracy.

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Who Benefits From Pakistan's Sit-Ins?

April 09, 2017

Why Imran Khan's Meeting With Pakistan's New Army Chief Matters

Army chiefs come and go in Pakistan, but they can't seem to stay out of politics.

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Why Imran Khan's Meeting With Pakistan's New Army Chief Matters

December 30, 2016

Nawaz Sharif's Newfound Power

Nawaz Sharif's position heading into 2017 is far stronger than it was three years ago.

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Nawaz Sharif's Newfound Power

November 23, 2016

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf's Dharna 2.0: Winners and Losers

PTI's much-anticipated sit-in of Islamabad fizzled out before it even began.

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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf's Dharna 2.0: Winners and Losers

October 26, 2016

Nawaz Sharif's Nightmare

Pakistan's prime minister faces challenges from abroad and at home.

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Nawaz Sharif's Nightmare

October 25, 2016

Quetta Police College Attack: Pakistan Is Increasingly Vulnerable to Terrorism

A power struggle in Punjab is putting Pakistan at risk as political players woo Islamist groups.

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Quetta Police College Attack: Pakistan Is Increasingly Vulnerable to Terrorism

October 23, 2016

The Return of the Maverick Khan

All those who thought Imran Khan was a spent political force may soon be prompted to reconsider.

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The Return of the Maverick Khan

September 12, 2016

Let's Face It: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf Is a Party With No Future

The PTI has no future in Pakistan’s politics unless a major change arises in the party’s political priorities.

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Let's Face It: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf Is a Party With No Future

July 26, 2016

Is Pakistan at Risk for a Coup?

After a failed attempt in Turkey, Pakistan remains at risk for its own military coup.

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Is Pakistan at Risk for a Coup?

July 01, 2016

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf's Troubling Links to Extremist Financing

Is Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf funding extremist religious schools?

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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf's Troubling Links to Extremist Financing

June 09, 2016

Imran Khan's Unwarranted Posturing Over the 'Panama Papers'

Imran Khan may have crossed the line with his latest critiques of the Pakistani prime minister.

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Imran Khan's Unwarranted Posturing Over the 'Panama Papers'

May 23, 2016

Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif in the Eye of the Storm

The prime minister faces a particularly testing series of crises.

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Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif in the Eye of the Storm

May 18, 2016

After Panama Papers Scandal, Pakistani Democracy's Fate May Be in the Military's Hands

The military might not want Sharif's government to collapse, but it may be forced to act soon.

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After Panama Papers Scandal, Pakistani Democracy's Fate May Be in the Military's Hands

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