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Imran Khan
Pakistan Opposition, Backed by Ex-Premier, to Protest Khan
By Associated Press
Nawaz Sharif has re-entered Pakistan’s political fray, calling for Khan’s ouster.
Pakistani Parliamentarian Introduces Legislation That Would Punish Criticism of the Military
By Abhijnan Rej
The latest move by a PTI member once again suggests that the Khan government is doing the powerful army’s bidding in Pakistan.
Pakistan’s Fight Against COVID-19 Has Made Imran Khan Stronger
By Syed Ali Zia Jaffery
By bringing the military in as a stakeholder as well as advocating a smart lockdown, Khan’s COVID-19 response has consolidated his hold on power.
What Does the Controversial Anti-Money Laundering Bill Tell Us About Pakistani Politics?
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan’s parliament rejected a major Anti-Money Laundering Bill, claiming the government had left out the opposition’s amendments.
Imran Khan’s Populism Clashes With Pakistan’s Economic Realities
By Husain Haqqani
All politicians have to adjust or tweak policies, but the rate at which Imran Khan makes U-turns is dizzying.
Minorities Under Attack as Prime Minister Imran Khan Pushes ‘Tolerant’ Pakistan
By Associated Press
Khan preaches a tolerant vision for Pakistan, but also cedes power to extreme Islamic clerics.
Can Imran Khan Stay in Power?
By Daud Khattak
The “minus one” narrative is gaining traction, but it would be difficult to replace Khan as prime minister.
The Unraveling of Imran Khan: How Pakistan’s Prime Minister Fumbled
By Tilak Devasher
All is not well with Imran Khan.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Dubs Osama Bin Laden a ‘Martyr’: What Now?
By Umair Jamal
The statement brings to the fore uncomfortable truths.
Governing Ineffectively: Has Pakistan’s Ruling Party Turned a Health Crisis Into a Political Crisis?
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan’s political crisis is deepening with the rise of COVID-19 cases.
Pakistan’s Confused COVID-19 Response
By Daud Khattak
Pakistan’s coronavirus fight needs clear public messaging to avert a public health crisis.
Pakistan Plans Another COVID-19 Lockdown. Will It Work?
By Umair Jamal
Will Islamabad be able to bring the pandemic under control?