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Nawaz Sharif
A Creeping Coup d’Etat in Pakistan
By Mohammad Taqi
Under Chief of Army Staff General Bajwa, Pakistan’s civil-military balance firmly tilted toward the latter yet again.
So, What Happens to Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif Now?
By Umair Jamal
What does the future hold for Nawaz Sharif?
The Geopolitical Implications of Imran Khan's Rise in Pakistan
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
Imran Khan has promised a 'new Pakistan'. Can he deliver?
The Biggest Challenge for Pakistan’s Next Prime Minister
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
As premier, Imran Khan’s greatest challenge will be detaching himself from the Army’s strings.
Pakistan's Election: Unique for All the Wrong Reasons
By Daud Khattak
As Pakistanis head to the polls, the electoral exercise is overshadowed by a bevy of concerns.
Could Crusading Populist Imran Khan Bring About Reform in Pakistan?
By Shairee Malhotra
Khan has managed to effectively rally against the established political order, but could he deliver on his promises?
Can Shehbaz Sharif Escape His Brother's Shadow?
By Annam Lodhi
To become prime minister, the long-time ruler of Punjab must overcome his family's scandals.
What Nawaz Sharif’s Return to Pakistan Means for the Country’s Politics
By Umair Jamal
If Sharif wants to have any role in Pakistan’s politics, he has no option but to return to Pakistan.
Is China Influencing Pakistan’s Elections?
By Muhammad Akbar Notezai
CPEC is a major campaign point, for better or worse, in the run-up to Pakistan's elections.
Pakistan’s Bittersweet Election Season
By Daud Khattak
Instead of a celebration of democratic transfer of power, doubts are growing about interference in the political campaigns.
Why Pakistan Needs a Democratic Revolution
By Touqir Hussain
The country needs much more than just another round of elections to address its manifold challenges.
Is It Imran Khan’s Turn Yet?
By Annam Lodhi
A look into the political journey of one of Pakistan’s top prime minister candidates.