Pakistan politics

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

Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar is from the troubled province, but he has consistently supported giving the military free rein in Balochistan.

Political leaders must demonstrate strong commitment, empower local bodies, and engage communities as partners in the fight against climate change.

They have launched a new party called Tehreek-e-Insaf Parliamentarians ahead of elections.

The prospect of Islamist organizations toppling the state remains remote. But the real threat is the violence and destruction they might perpetrate in the process.

As things stand, it seems neither Khan nor his political party will be permitted to contest elections.

The Pakistani military supported and nurtured Imran Khan, but later realized it was a failed experiment. 

Charging political protestors under counterterrorism laws, even as extremist outfits are allowed to march in support of the military, will undermine Pakistan’s democracy.

Even if the establishment manages to put Khan behind bars, his political ghost will not be that easy to get rid of.

The tussle between Asim Munir and Imran Khan will only provoke politics of revenge, furthering polarization and deepening Pakistan’s poly-crisis.

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