Pakistan's New Law Gives Army Chief Lifelong Powers

Pakistans parliament passes law granting Field Marshal Asim Munir expanded powers and lifelong protection, sparking concerns of authoritarianism. The twenty-seventh constitutional amendment also changes court operations, with a new Federal Constitutional Court appointed by the president, raising fears of reduced judicial independence and fair trials. Two Supreme Court justices resign in protest, highlighting deep divisions and worries about Pakistans democracy and the balance of power between civilian government and the military. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.