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Pakistan civil-military relations
Aqil Shah on Pakistani Elections and Beyond
By Sudha Ramachandran
“A coup may not be imminent, but it is fair to say that Pakistan is unlikely to come out of its enduring praetorian trap.”
Chaos on the Indus: Pakistan’s Election Maelstrom
By Tushar Shetty
A preview of Pakistan’s critical 2024 election, featuring host Tushar Shetty and guests Michael Kugelman and Kunwar Khuldune Shahid.
How the Soviet Invasion of Afghanistan Strengthened Pakistan’s Military Deep State
By Dhruv Banerjee
The invasion sparked an internationally supported process of militarization and Islamization that cemented the military's power.
Uzair Younus on Pakistan’s Polycrisis
By Shannon Tiezzi
“Pakistan is facing a polycrisis and it is the convergence of political, economic, social, and security crises that makes the current situation so volatile.”
In Pakistan, Hybrid Rule Is Further Institutionalized Through Dynastic Political Parties
By Ali Malik
Amid the power struggle between the PML-N, PPP, and PTI, the only winner has been the military establishment.
Michael Kugelman on Pakistani Politics After Nawaz Sharif’s Return
By Shannon Tiezzi
"One can't rule out anything in Pakistani politics, which are nothing if not unpredictable."
Where Does Pakistan’s Democracy Go From Here?
By Ailia Zehra
Last year, Imran Khan’s ouster and the end of the “hybrid regime” briefly gave hope to those seeking true democracy in Pakistan. But the military managed to further consolidate its grip on power.
The Special Investment Facilitation Council’s Role in Pakistan’s Economic Resurgence
By Shabbir Ahmed
The SFIC has to strike a balance between including military decision-makers to raise investor confidence and upholding democratic governance.
The Wrath of Imran Khan
By Joe Wallen and Tushar Shetty
The rise and fall of Pakistan's most controversial populist.
Is Pakistan’s Powerful Military on the Ropes?
By Kiyya Baloch
There is a powerful surge of public anger against the military's political interference. But Pakistan's civilian politicians are too caught up in their personal feuds to capitalize on the movement.
Imran Khan Threatens Pakistan’s Military-Civilian Hybrid Model
By Ali Malik
Khan isn’t just a threat to the current government; he threatens the entire governance system instituted by the Pakistani military.
Gen. Munir’s Appointment as Army Chief Bodes Well for Pakistan
By Umair Jamal
The civilian leadership seems to have realized that merit and seniority rather than political considerations should determine the selection of the army chief.
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