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The Delimitation of Pakistan’s Democracy

The Delimitation of Pakistan’s Democracy

By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
Whether the delay in elections, and the tarnished delimitation process, abets any party in the February polls remains to be seen.

In Pakistan, Hybrid Rule Is Further Institutionalized Through Dynastic Political Parties

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

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."

Nawaz Sharif Returns to Pakistan: The Army Playing a Safe Bet?

Nawaz Sharif Returns to Pakistan: The Army Playing a Safe Bet?

By Rishi Gupta
The army seems to have given a green signal to Nawaz Sharif to become the face of forthcoming general elections in Pakistan.

Pakistan’s Electoral Limbo

Pakistan’s Electoral Limbo

By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
The last year has been been a microcosm of Pakistan’s seven decades of dysfunction, now culminating in ambiguity over the most fundamental of democratic exercises: holding an election. 

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Is This the End for Pakistan’s Sharif Political Dynasty?

Is This the End for Pakistan’s Sharif Political Dynasty?

By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
The Sharif family’s political fate hinges on whether they can overcome a split between backers of brothers Nawaz and Shehbaz – and convince supporters their alignment with the military is not a betrayal.

It’s Game Over for Pakistan’s Opposition Alliance

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

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.

Pakistan’s Hybrid Regime: The Army’s Project Imran Khan

Pakistan’s Hybrid Regime: The Army’s Project Imran Khan

By Mohammad Taqi
With its latest power play, Pakistan’s civilian-military regime might have bitten off more than it could chew.

What Does the Controversial Anti-Money Laundering Bill Tell Us About Pakistani Politics?

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.

Why Can’t Pakistan’s Opposition Parties Remove the Khan Government?

Why Can’t Pakistan’s Opposition Parties Remove the Khan Government?

By Umair Jamal
Opposition political parties in Pakistan cannot topple the current government unless they are ready to anger the country’s powerful military. 
Amid Coronavirus Trouble, Pakistan Remains a House Divided

Amid Coronavirus Trouble, Pakistan Remains a House Divided

By Manik Aftab
The Imran Khan government is still refusing to seek cooperation from the opposition, even amid a health emergency.

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