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February 13, 2024

Pakistan
Imran Khan Denied (But Perhaps Not Forever): Pakistan’s Other Parties Form a Weak Coalition Government

Pakistan faces uncertainty as a fragile coalition, led by Shehbaz Sharif and reluctantly backed by the PPP, attempts to maintain control of parliament and stifle Imran Khan's PTI following recent ele…

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), addresses a press conference in Islamabad, Pakistan, February 13, 2024.

February 9, 2024

Pakistan
Pakistan’s Election Results: Imran Khan Claims Victory, But He’s Unlikely to Get it

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party has performed well in Pakistan’s election despite the electoral deck being stacked against it.

Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Nawaz Sharif gestures with his hand while holding a microphone speaking to a group.

February 8, 2024

Pakistan
Pakistan’s Election: Not Free or Fair Beforehand, Chaotic On Election Day

Election day in Pakistan was marred by internet blackouts and suspended mobile phone service.

The former prime minister of Pakistan gestures with his hand while he stands with a group of people wearing a checkered blazer and white scarf.

February 5, 2024

Pakistan
With Imran Khan Jailed, Pakistan’s Election May Be Torpid, But the Aftermath Might Not Be

Although the lead-up to Pakistan’s election has been relatively muted, public discontent remains high.

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan wears a black tunic while speaking and waving his index finger.

January 31, 2024

Pakistan
Pakistan’s Opposition Leader Imran Khan is Jailed As Election Looms

The suppression of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his party has enabled the Pakistani military to reassert control over the country’s politics.

Former Prime Minister Khan wears a blue suit while surrounded by people in black.

January 31, 2024

Pakistan
Pakistan Is on Edge Ahead of 2024 Elections

Pakistan’s military is set to again play kingmaker in elections that will determine how the nuclear-armed country grapples with an economic crisis, political upheaval aggravated by the arrest of Imra…

December 15, 2023

Pakistan
Why Pakistan Is Deporting Afghan Migrants

Pakistan’s decision to deport undocumented migrants over perceived security risks is poised to affect almost two million Afghans. 

December 12, 2022

2022 in Review
Five Elections to Watch in 2023

Numerous countries will hold elections in 2023. Here are five to watch. 

Woman voting in Pakistan