Pakistan Elections US To Closely Monitor Pakistan Elections Concerns Over Over Curbs On Freedom Expression Assembly Associations
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan Elections US To Closely Monitor Pakistan Elections Concerns Over Over Curbs On Freedom Expression Assembly Associations

ABP News  

Washington: The United States is closely monitoring Pakistan’s electoral process, an official of the US State Department has said, observing that it has concerns over the infringement with respect for freedom of expression, assembly, and associations. Speaking at his regular press briefing, US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel said that it wants the broad participation of the people of Pakistan in the country's election. "We’re continuing to monitor Pakistan’s electoral process quite closely, and as we have said, we want to see that process take place in a way that facilitates broad participation with respect for freedom of expression, assembly, and associations,” Patel said. “As Pakistan heads to the polls on Thursday, its powerful military is using a familiar playbook to sideline its nemesis of the hour, crippling PTI in the first national election since the party’s leader, former Prime Minister Imran Khan, ran afoul of the generals and was ousted by Parliament in 2022,” the daily reported.

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Pakistan elections: four provinces, mixed results, one message | Data
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan elections: four provinces, mixed results, one message | Data

The Hindu  

The results of the 2024 elections in Pakistan for the four provinces — Sindh, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan — match the National Assembly trend. The provincial elections are less likely to change the political situation in the provinces, despite nuances in Punjab, Sindh and Balochistan. Independents, including those backed by the PTI, have won seven seats, followed by the …

Imran Khan’s party calls for nationwide protests in Pakistan over ‘stolen’ election
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Imran Khan’s party calls for nationwide protests in Pakistan over ‘stolen’ election

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jailed former prime minister Imran …

US calls on Pakistan to lift internet shutdowns, social media restrictions
10 months ago

US calls on Pakistan to lift internet shutdowns, social media restrictions

Live Mint  

The United States on Wednesday condemned the internet shutdowns in Pakistan, including the restrictions on social media platforms, and has urged the Pakistani government to lift them. Internet outages, and restrictions on social media applications like X were imposed in Pakistan on Saturday after a senior government official made a public admission of vote manipulation in the February 8 election. …

US calls for transparent probe over claims of ‘interference or fraud' in Pakistan elections
10 months ago

US calls for transparent probe over claims of ‘interference or fraud' in Pakistan elections

New Indian Express  

To another question about respecting the mandate won by jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party emerging as the largest group in Parliament, Miller said, “I don't want to get into an internal Pakistani matter, which I very much believe that the formation of a new government is.” Miller said it is a matter he would leave to …

A chance to stop the laundry cycle of Pakistan’s elections
10 months, 1 week ago

A chance to stop the laundry cycle of Pakistan’s elections

The Hindu  

With the results of last week’s elections in Pakistan, voters there have delivered their politicians a unique moment in history — one which could present the polity an opportunity to change the endless cycles of the past. Second, every current major political party, i.e., Bhutto’s Pakistan People’s Party, Sharif’s Pakistan Muslim League, and Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf, has at some …

'Deeply disturbed': White House says ‘closely watching’ Pakistan election results amid delay in PM declaration
10 months, 1 week ago

'Deeply disturbed': White House says ‘closely watching’ Pakistan election results amid delay in PM declaration

India TV News  

Islamabad: The White House said it is concerned about the reports of intimidation and suppression of voters during the recently held general elections in Pakistan and is closely watching the situation there while a US lawmaker urged the State Department to delay recognising the winner. And so, we are watching this very, very closely,” John Kirby, Coordinator for Strategic Communications …

Canada condemns violence that marred parliamentary polls in Pakistan
10 months, 1 week ago

Canada condemns violence that marred parliamentary polls in Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

Toronto: Canada has condemned the violence that marred parliamentary elections in Pakistan while expressing its concern over the process. Canada remains committed to supporting the people of Pakistan in their aspirations for a more stable, prosperous and democratic future.” The statement added, “We join civil society, including the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan, in their concerns about the lack of …

US calls for probe into Pak elections over ‘irregularities & fraud’ claims, says ‘looking forward to timely results'
10 months, 2 weeks ago

US calls for probe into Pak elections over ‘irregularities & fraud’ claims, says ‘looking forward to timely results'

Hindustan Times  

Denouncing the violence and attacks on media workers in Pakistan on election day, the US State Department asserted that it was looking for timely completion of the vote count and the declaration of the results that reflect the will of the Pakistani people. US State Department spokesperson Mathew Miller On Thursday, Pakistan's general election came to an end amid sporadic …

Pakistan Elections: US, UK, EU demand probe into irregularities, fraud
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan Elections: US, UK, EU demand probe into irregularities, fraud

Live Mint  

On February 9, the United States, the UK and the European Union all shared worries about how elections were done in Pakistan. Pakistan Election Results 2024 LIVE Updates Elections took place for 265 seats in the national assembly, and a political party must win 133 seats to have a simple majority. There were "undue restrictions" on freedoms of expressions and …

Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: Imran Khan to decide next PM, claims PTI chief
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: Imran Khan to decide next PM, claims PTI chief

Hindustan Times  

Supporters of imprisoned Pakistan's Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's and Jamaat-e-Islami party chant slogans during a protest against the delaying result of parliamentary election in Karachi on February 10. Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: No clear victor has emerged from the divisive elections in Pakistan as the slow vote-counting process neared completion on Saturday. According to PTI, which cited the …

Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: Imran Khan to decide next PM, claims PTI chief
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: Imran Khan to decide next PM, claims PTI chief

Hindustan Times  

Supporters of imprisoned Pakistan's Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's and Jamaat-e-Islami party chant slogans during a protest against the delaying result of parliamentary election in Karachi on February 10. Pakistan election results 2024 Highlights: No clear victor has emerged from the divisive elections in Pakistan as the slow vote-counting process neared completion on Saturday. According to PTI, which cited the …

Deeper implications of Pakistan election verdict
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Deeper implications of Pakistan election verdict

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan’s emerging election results have deepened the political crisis in India’s most important neighbour, with implications for the civil-military relationship, the future of democracy and the dire economic situation internally, and Islamabad’s relationship with Washington DC, New Delhi and the rest of the world externally. Will a bruised House — aka the Army led by General Asim Munir — succeed …

Political turmoil deepens in Pakistan over delay in election result
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Political turmoil deepens in Pakistan over delay in election result

Live Mint  

Tension was building in Pakistan Friday as authorities struggled to explain a delay in announcing the result of the national election, leading to accusations that the authorities were suppressing a tide of votes in favor of jailed opposition leader Imran Khan. Thursday’s election pitched Khan’s passionate support against the followers of three-time Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. But many in the …

People of Pakistan to decide its future leadership: U.S.
10 months, 2 weeks ago

People of Pakistan to decide its future leadership: U.S.

The Hindu  

The Joe Biden Administration said on February 9 it is for the people of Pakistan to decide their future leadership as the country voted in its general elections amid allegations of rigging and electoral malpractice. "Millions of Pakistanis went to the polls today to vote and I will reiterate that Pakistan's future leadership is for the Pakistani people to decide, …

‘Serious concerns’: World reacts to Pakistan polls as vote count continues
10 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Serious concerns’: World reacts to Pakistan polls as vote count continues

Al Jazeera  

Countries including the US and UK called for authorities to investigate reported irregularities in Pakistan’s election. Here are some global reactions to events so far: United States The US Department of State has said it is looking forward to “timely, complete election results” from Pakistan reflecting the will of its people. “The UK urges authorities in Pakistan to uphold fundamental …

Pakistan’s real test begins after election, say analysts
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan’s real test begins after election, say analysts

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan’s struggling democracy faces serial crises — political, economic, on the security front, and above all, of legitimacy, say experts. Lahore, Pakistan – Four months after Pakistan was originally scheduled to hold national elections, the country’s 128 million voters will on Thursday get the chance to pick their next federal government amid a pre-poll crackdown on former Prime Minister Imran …

A timeline of key events leading up to Pakistan’s parliamentary election
10 months, 2 weeks ago

A timeline of key events leading up to Pakistan’s parliamentary election

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — A list of some key events over the last few years leading up to Pakistan’s parliamentary election on Thursday: July 25, 2018 — Pakistanis vote for a new government in an election marred by violence and allegations of fraud. April 9, 2022 — Pakistan’s political opposition topples Imran Khan in a no-confidence vote in parliament. Aug. 5, 2023 …

Pakistan's 8 Feb elections 'most rigged', 'selection of Nawaz Sharif' almost certain, says ex-Indian diplomat Bisaria
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan's 8 Feb elections 'most rigged', 'selection of Nawaz Sharif' almost certain, says ex-Indian diplomat Bisaria

Firstpost  

“…It is said that it will possibly be a selection of Nawaz Sharif and his PMLN party, I think that is a widespread expectation, and that’s fairly accurate…,” said former High Commissioner of India To Pakistan Ajay Bisaria Former High Commissioner of India To Pakistan Ajay Bisaria on Wednesday said that neighbouring country’s 8 February elections are not just the …

‘Why single us out?’ Pakistan’s Ahmadi minority boycotts election, again
10 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Why single us out?’ Pakistan’s Ahmadi minority boycotts election, again

Al Jazeera  

Islamabad, Pakistan – Amir Mahmood remembers a meeting between top officials of Pakistan’s government last September. In a statement last week, the community’s leaders announced their “disassociation” from the vote. “Although the elections are ostensibly being held under a joint electorate, there is, however, a separate voter list prepared only for Ahmadi citizens due to their faith,” said a statement …

Delays and disparities in Pakistan's electoral landscape
11 months, 1 week ago

Delays and disparities in Pakistan's electoral landscape

Hindustan Times  

In the backdrop of Pakistan's eagerly awaited general elections, the nation finds itself entangled in a web of complexities, ranging from the delayed electoral process to egregious atrocities against minorities, public discontent, and regional dynamics shaping the political landscape. The August 2023 Jaranwala incident stands as a testament to the acts of terror perpetrated against Pakistan's minorities, particularly the Christian …

‘Election engineering’: Is Pakistan’s February vote already rigged?
11 months, 1 week ago

‘Election engineering’: Is Pakistan’s February vote already rigged?

Al Jazeera  

Even with Pakistan’s chequered electoral history, some analysts believe the coming vote might be among the most unfree yet. Less than a month before Pakistan holds its 12th general elections on February 8, concerns are mounting among analysts and sections of the political class that the coming vote might rank near the top of the list of most manipulated votes …

Pakistan to go to polls on February 11
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan to go to polls on February 11

India TV News  

Pakistan has finally announced the long-awaited dates for the upcoming general elections, as the Election Commission of Pakistan on Thursday told the Supreme Court that the polls will be held on February 11. Ali Zafar, the counsel for ex-PM Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf highlighted President Alvi proposing the polls to be held by November 6 to the Chief Election Commissioner. …

Pakistan: ECP official says specific date for elections 'not technically possible' amid criticism
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan: ECP official says specific date for elections 'not technically possible' amid criticism

India TV News  

As discontent grows within Pakistan over the top electoral watchdog's repeated failure to announce the dates for the upcoming general elections, a senior official of the Election Commission of Pakistan said that it was "not technically possible" to do the same at this time. The body said that it reviewed work on delimiting constituencies and decided that the initial list …

Pakistan will hold parliamentary elections at the end of January, delaying a vote due in November
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan will hold parliamentary elections at the end of January, delaying a vote due in November

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s election oversight body announced on Thursday that it will hold the next parliamentary elections in the last week of January, delaying the vote which was to be held in November under the constitution. Pakistan has been in deepening political turmoil since April 2022, when then-Prime Minister Imran Khan was removed from office through a parliamentary vote of …

Pakistan to hold general elections in last week of January 2024, announces Election Commission
1 year, 3 months ago

Pakistan to hold general elections in last week of January 2024, announces Election Commission

India TV News  

In a major development, the Pakistan Election Commission of Pakistan announced the dates of the general elections on Thursday. According to the report, the date came nearly 24 hours after the election body asserted it had scheduled a meeting with political parties next month to discuss the code of conduct for general elections. Pakistan general elections Notably, the Pakistan National …

US calls for 'timely, free and fair' elections in Pakistan amid expected delay in polls
1 year, 3 months ago

US calls for 'timely, free and fair' elections in Pakistan amid expected delay in polls

India TV News  

The United States on Tuesday has urged Pakistan to hold 'timely, free and fair' elections that were earlier scheduled for later this year in the cash-strapped country but are likely to get postponed following the approval of a new census and drawing of new constituency boundaries. US acting Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland spoke to Pakistan's interim Foreign Minister …

Pakistan's next general elections are running late, likely to hold polls THIS month
1 year, 4 months ago

Pakistan's next general elections are running late, likely to hold polls THIS month

India TV News  

A day after Pakistan appointed its interim Prime Minister, former opposition leader in the National Assembly Raja Riaz enunciated that general elections would be held in February. Meanwhile, speaking to Geo News about the appointment of the Balochistan Awami Party Senator Anwaarul Haq Kakar was named the country’s interim prime minister, Riaz said there were always complaints that Balochistan had …

Pakistan election body says ready for national polls in October
1 year, 5 months ago

Pakistan election body says ready for national polls in October

Al Jazeera  

The five-year tenure of national and provincial assemblies ends on August 12, with new elections to be held within 60 days of the date. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s election body says it is ready to hold national elections in October if the legislative assemblies are dissolved on time. In a news briefing in capital Islamabad on Thursday, Election Commission of …

Pakistan: Election panel says snap polls not possible in 90 days, need 7 months
2 years, 8 months ago

Pakistan: Election panel says snap polls not possible in 90 days, need 7 months

Hindustan Times  

As Pakistan grapples with a constitutional crisis, the Election Commission of Pakistan said on Thursday general elections in the country cannot be held before October 2022. In a letter to President Arif Alvi, the polling body said it requires four months to complete the delimitation in addition to organising general elections in 90 days, news agency ANI reported, citing Radio …

Pakistan PM Imran Khan Bats for Electoral Reforms for Fair Elections, to Introduce EVMs
3 years, 9 months ago

Pakistan PM Imran Khan Bats for Electoral Reforms for Fair Elections, to Introduce EVMs

News 18  

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said on Saturday that his government will introduce electoral reforms and electronic voting machines to ensure fair and transparent elections in the country. Khan’s remarks came after Pakistan’s election commission on Friday expressed shock and disappointment over the prime minister’s allegations against it, asserting that the Senate elections were held as per the Constitution and …

Gilgit-Baltistan assembly election gets under way amid tight security
4 years, 1 month ago

Gilgit-Baltistan assembly election gets under way amid tight security

Deccan Chronicle  

Islamabad: Wearing face masks and observing social distancing to stop the spread of COVID-19, the people of Gilgit-Baltistan in northern Pakistan were voting on Sunday in the third legislative assembly election amidst tight security. India has slammed Pakistan for its decision to hold election in Gilgit-Baltistan and said any action to alter the status of the militarily-occupied region has no …

Pakistan's 2018 Elections: A Crucial Test for Democracy
6 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan's 2018 Elections: A Crucial Test for Democracy

The Quint  

Pakistan holds general elections on Wednesday, 25 July, with voting underway in 85,000 polling booths across the nation. The country is voting to choose a new Prime Minister and a new government and is holding elections simultaneously to the parliament and the four provincial Assemblies in Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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