Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM)

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.

Imran Khan’s Many Missed Opportunities

By Raja Qaiser Ahmed and Muhammad Shoaib

Khan missed the chance to make his support base democratic and republican – and thereby transform himself into a true political force to reckon with.

Pakistan’s Parties Bicker Over Elections

By Umair Jamal

The government is unhappy with President Alvi’s announcement and the Supreme Court directive to hold elections for two provincial assemblies in a few months.

What’s Driving Pakistan’s Political Crisis?

Madiha Afzal, Ayesha Siddiqa, and Niloufer Siddiqui discuss the factors behind Imran Khan's ouster and what comes next for Pakistan.

Pakistan’s Surging Religious Extremism

By Umair Jamal

Its political class has neither the will nor the intent to tackle religious extremism as all have benefited from it.

Imran Khan and the Generals

By Ayesha Siddiqa

Imran Khan is unlikely to lose the army’s support anytime soon.

Pakistani Opposition’s Criticism of the Military Continues

By Umair Jamal

Pakistan Democratic Movement leader Fazlur Rehman’s potshot at the army shows the opposition remains emboldened.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Wins Crucial Senate Election

By Umair Jamal

However, Prime Minister Imran Khan cannot afford to be complacent. The steps he takes now will determine his future.

Déjà Vu All Over Again in Pakistan

By Umair Jamal

Pakistan’s opposition alliance accuses the ruling party of being close to India and Israel, as its movement show signs of petering out.

It’s Game Over for Pakistan’s Opposition Alliance

By Umair Jamal

Mutual distrust between the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and Pakistan Peoples Party has rendered the 11-party coalition toothless.

Pakistan Opposition Alliance Plan Against Khan and His Party Enters Crucial Phase

By Umair Jamal

The Pakistan Democratic Movement is likely to face an uphill battle as it seeks to put its plans for Khan’s ouster in place.

Pakistan’s Opposition Holds Rally in Multan Day After Arrests

By Associated Press

Hundreds of activists were arrested a day ahead of the opposition rally, which went ahead despite a government ban.

Pakistan Peoples Party Leader Disavows Nawaz Sharif Comments About the Army

By Abhijnan Rej

With this latest development, the future of the 11 opposition parties’ alliance looks bleak.

Quetta Rally Marks a Turning Point in the Opposition Movement in Pakistan

By Umair Jamal

By repeatedly taking on the country’s security establishment, Pakistan’s opposition may have foreclosed the possibility of future reconciliation.

Pakistan’s Former Prime Minister Takes the Generals Head on Amid Growing Confrontation

By Daud Khattak

The Pakistan army finds itself in a dilemma when it comes to continuing supporting the Imran Khan government.

Opposition Rallies Rock Pakistan As Its Leaders Push Against Imran Khan and the Military

By Abhijnan Rej

Opposition leader Nawaz Sharif’s push against the country’s powerful military is a bold gambit with no obvious end game.

No, Fazlur Rehman Cannot Protect Pakistanis’ Democratic Rights

By Umair Jamal

Opposition parties have tapped a right-wing Islamist as the leader of the Pakistan Democratic Movement. That raises serious questions.