155 results on '"PAKISTANI politics & government"'
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2. Who do you believe? Political parties and conspiracy theories in Pakistan.
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Siddiqui, Niloufer
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POLITICAL parties , *CONSPIRACY theories , *DEMOCRACY , *VOTERS ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
In authoritarian states, emerging democracies, and well-established democracies alike, alternative accounts that contest official state narratives are common. Why do people believe such accounts even in the absence of supporting evidence? While this question has been explored in the United States, relatively little research has assessed it in other contexts. Through a survey experiment carried out in Pakistan, this article tests the impact of cues by political parties on belief in such conspiracy theories. The results provide evidence in favor of partisan cueing: When alternative narratives are endorsed by political parties viewed favorably by the respondent, they are more likely to be believed. I suggest that political parties are able to capitalize on misinformation and a lack of trust in official institutions for tactical advantage. Results differ by subgroup: Higher income and urban respondents are swayed more by their own party source than are lower income and rural individuals. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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3. Electoral Politics in Pakistan (Elections 2013): A case study of Multan district.
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Akber Leghari, Muhammad Farooq, Gillani, Aftab Hussain, and Hayat, Ghazala
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ELECTIONS ,PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties ,POLITICAL organizations ,CONSTITUTIONS - Abstract
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- 2019
4. Biraderi affiliation and wealth as dynamics of power in Punjab: A case study of Khushab District.
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Waris, Muhammad, Bhatti, Muhammad Nawaz, and UllahKokab, Rizwan
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WEALTH ,POLITICAL culture ,KINSHIP ,POWER (Social sciences) ,POLITICAL parties ,ECONOMIC history ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
Copyright of Dilemas Contemporáneos: Educación, Política y Valores is the property of Dilemas Contemporaneos: Educacion, Politica y Valores and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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- 2019
5. Religion and Electoral Politics in Punjab: A Case Study of 2018 General Elections.
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Bashir, Usman and Khalid, Iram
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ELECTIONS , *RELIGION & politics , *POLITICAL attitudes , *POLITICAL parties ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
This study is focused on the impact of religion on the electoral pattern of the people of Punjab. Religion as a determinant of voting behavior is best expressed in the votes secured by the religious parties. Thus, religious parties vote in Pakistan and Punjab is studied to build an argument. Religion has a strong impact on human life. It influences each act and attitude of the individual especially in developing countries. In Pakistan; religion has a solid affect in shaping the political attitudes and beliefs of the individuals. It is one of the key elements of politics.2018 general elections saw a sudden rise in the vote bank of religious political parties. It witnessed a 2.17 % increase in the religious vote country wide and 1.32% increase in Punjab. Tahreek Labbaik Pakistan appeared on the scene as a radical Sunni Islamic party, it mobilized the barelvi vote bank to great effect. And it emerged as the third largest party of Punjab, in terms of votes polled. 2018 general elections also witnessed the rise of Milli Muslim League which was a political wing of Jamaat-ud-Dawa, who were previously rejecting the parliamentary form of government and were critical of voting in elections. The increase in the influence of the various spiritual gaddi nasheen in the electoral politics of Punjab was also a prominent factor during the 11th general election. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2019
6. The clarion call: Maulana Shah Ahmed Noorani and the last years of the United Pakistan, 1969-1971.
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Ahmed, Zahid
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EDUCATION , *EDUCATION policy , *ISLAMIC education , *POLITICAL parties ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
Maulana Shah Ahmed Noorani Siddiqui (1926-2003) who did not believe in separating religion from politics joined active politics in 1970. His journey from passive to active politics was gradual. Though he started taking part in politics by establishing 'National Guards' in 1940's to further the cause of All India Muslim League of a separate homeland for the Muslims of the Indian Sub-continent, However, soon after the partition, following the footsteps of his father Maulana Shah Abdul Aleem Saddiqui (1892-1955), Maulana Noorani concentrated more on the missionary activities. Along with this he also participated in the Anti-Qadiani Movement in 1953 and later elected as the senior vice president of the Jamiat-i- Ulema-i- Pakistan (JUP) West Pakistan in 1955.After the death of his father in the same year Maulana Noorani took full charge of his father's missionary work abroad (1955-1969) and remained fully committed to it. During this time period he remained unknown in Pakistani politics until, in 1970, he presided over a historical meeting of the leading Ulama and Masha'ikh of Ahl-i-Sunnat wa Jammat held in Darul ulum Hizb-ul-Ahnaf Lahore, which resulted in the unification of various groups of the JUP and gave birth to a 'united' political party of Ahl-i Sunnat. This paper had presented a critical review of Maulana Shah Ahmed Noorani's early political career, showing that how he roused from the office bearer JUP Karachi to the position of JUP parliamentary leader and one of the leading political figures of the country. The paper also focused on his role in the victory of his party in 1970 election, strong opposition of socialism, propagation of Nizam-i-Mustafa, democracy and efforts to keep the country united. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2018
7. Political Rhetoric; Slogan Politics in Pakistan and Role of Parliament.
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Shafiq, Muhammad, Sultana, Razia, and Munir, Muhammad
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POLITICAL parties , *POLITICAL campaigns , *POLITICAL leadership , *POLITICAL participation , *TWENTY-first century ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
Pakistani politics is full of political rhetoric. Attractive slogans are used by leaders of political parties to inspire and set the mood of public about a particular issue. Even parliament is neglected by politicians. This political immaturity led the nation towards street politics and polarization in the society. Due to elements of intolerance in politics, leadership could not find consensus and viable solutions. The paper analyzes political rhetoric; slogan politics and role of parliament in Pakistan especially focusing on the first one year of Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz's (PML-N) current government. In this context, political parties and their leaders' popular statements particularly in print media containing rhetoric and slogans to resolve two important issues i.e. electoral reforms and energy crisis has been examined. Political parties' initiatives in the form of calling attention notices, questions, resolutions, bills, motions and point of orders in the parliament have also been assessed followed by recommendations. The paper highlights that politicians generally use rhetoric and slogan politics instead of using parliament to satisfy the public on various issues. The paper recommends that political parties should enhance intellectual depth of party members and leaders so that they can effectively use the forum of parliament for resolving issues. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2017
8. Pakistan on the Mend: Representative people power reaches Pakistan.
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PEERZADA, SAYYED SAFI
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties ,PUBLIC demonstrations ,DEMOCRACY - Published
- 2018
9. Politics of Symbols & Slogans: It's Impact on Elections of 1970.
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Khalid, Zeeshan and Hussain, Mahboob
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ELECTIONS ,PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL slogans ,SYMBOLISM in politics ,NATIONALISM ,POLITICAL parties ,SOCIALISM & Islam ,HISTORY ,TWENTIETH century - Abstract
The objective of the study is to analyse different aspects of the first General Elections of Pakistan, held in 1970 that marked the beginning of a new political arena too. Moreover, this writing aims at understanding the impacts of the electoral manifestos, slogans and symbols of the major contesting parties like Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Awami League (AL), Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), PML (Qayyum), Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam, Jamiat Ulema-e-Pakistan, and National Awami Party (Wali). Besides, it aims to compare the concepts of Islamic Socialism vis a vis Bengali Nationalism in 1970. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2017
10. Political marketing in Pakistan: exaggerated promises, delusive claims, marketable development projects and change advocacy.
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Yousaf, Salman
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INFRASTRUCTURE (Economics) , *POLITICAL parties , *ELECTIONS , *ADVERTISING ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
The present study discusses the intricacies of the political landscape in Pakistan and its compatibility with the modern political marketing theory. The election campaigns of the three largest political parties Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz, Pakistan People's Party, and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf in the general elections 2013 were critically analyzed in the print media to comprehend the political marketing trends in Pakistan. It was found out that that the three parties largely employed mutually exclusive strategies in order to garner the support of the electorate. The success ratio of the political parties in the general elections 2013 signifies the importance of certain advertising appeals, advertising themes, and aggressively attacking the opponents. The study also questioned the veracity of the exaggerated and delusive claims made in the advertisements. The findings have implications not only for future electioneering in Pakistan, but also other countries with similar demographics and socioeconomic setups. Copyright © 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2016
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11. Role of Political Parties in Pakistan and Perverted Form of Democracy.
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Taj, Shaista and Ur Rehman, Zia
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DEMOCRACY , *CIVIL-military relations , *POLITICAL violence , *POLITICAL stability , *TWENTY-first century ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
In direct contravention to founding fathers' envision, Pakistan was ruled, by the military for much of its existence. Whenever civilian rule manage to come about has been compromised at best and distorted at the worst, at the behest of the men in Khaki. The Pakistani military is often held responsible for and accused of undermining institutional growth. Moreover political representatives when in power did not deliver on 'stability' and development front due to ideological and structural inadequacies, giving an excuse for military to intervene. Besides the power relations that Pakistan inherited -- feudal dominance -- continued unabated even after independence, establishing its iron hold onto state institutions including that of the military. In fact, social composition of feudal elites did not alter all these decades, pushing majority of people out of the corridors of power. Even presently unraveling social, economic and political upheavals, it seems not powerful enough to rupture and debase elites. Given these socio- political and economic realities prevalent in Pakistan as to what are the prospects of civilian rule in the country? This paper explores answers to that question in a context of renewed optimism that is sweeping the country at present -- because a democratically elected government has completed its full five year term (2008-2013) - a rare political achievement; and argues that civil-military relations shall continue to radiate disappointment in view of ever growing role of security establishment on account of extremely volatile neighborhood and violent politics within. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2015
12. Pakistan's Civil-Military Relations.
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Hassan, Riaz
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MILITARY government , *BUREAUCRACY , *POLITICAL leadership , *POLITICAL parties ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
The article explores on the conflict relationship between the civilian and the military government in Pakistan. It highlights the political system in the country including incompetent political leadership, civil-military bureaucracy and the threats to sovereignty and territorial integrity. It also cites the lack of well-established political parties which headed by the competent leaders.
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- 2018
13. New Institutionalism: Identifying Informal Institutions in the Political Process of Pakistan.
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Jan, Muhammad Ayub and Raza, Syed Sami
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,SOCIAL institutions ,ORGANIZATIONAL structure ,ORGANIZATIONAL governance ,POLITICAL science research - Abstract
This paper focuses on a recent theoretical perspective and approach in the study of political institutions-'new institutionalism'. The primary aim of the paper is to illustrate the theoretical assumptions of 'new institutionalism' with empirical evidence from Pakistan. The paper illustrates the theoretical assumptions of new institutionalism especially its distinction between formal and informal institutions. New institutionalism is quite distinctive in its emphasis on informal institutions rather than on formal ones. This study delineates such distinction by placing it in the context of political processes and structures in Pakistan. The paper argues that political processes and structures in Pakistan exhibit considerable presence of informal institutions though they often go unnoticed and along with them their influence on democratic governance. We expect that this paper will contribute to the existing literature by focusing on informal institutions, which does not get much attention in academic writings on the political process in Pakistan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2015
14. Role of Military as the Guardian of Democracy in Pakistan.
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Khalid, Iram and Yaseen, Zahid
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,ARMED Forces in politics ,POLITICAL culture ,POLITICAL trust (in government) ,POLITICAL parties ,COMPARATIVE government ,CIVIL-military relations ,INSTITUTIONAL theory (Sociology) - Abstract
This article investigates the role of military in the politics of Pakistan. The researcher highlights how our politicians have always been unable to develop a political culture on democratic parameters in the country. Side by side the masses start lacking trust in the politicians and political setup for their authoritarian attitude and inheritor leadership. Our political parties, no doubt, have good shows in the case of local leaders but unluckily they have been lethargic in giving birth to the leaders of national and international caliber. This factor creates gaps for military to enter politics and stay there under the very doctrine of 'necessity'. Since the very early days of our emergence on the globe of the world, there has been a misconception that military may align all the disorders and civil institutions are not allowed to promote but in fact military did some better than these politicians. The research is based on the analysis of the authentic material in the form of literature in comparative politics, institutional theory, as well as civil military relations and political sector reforms. Through the conceptualization of the data, the researchers have developed thier stance that if our politicians learn to make decisions wisely like those of India, the results would be far better and healthier as both states got independence on the same turn of the history. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2015
15. Elections, Political Parties and Political Development in the Punjab: 1947-1988.
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Awan, Sajid M.
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ELECTIONS ,POLITICAL parties ,POLITICAL planning ,POLITICAL autonomy ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
In 1947 India got free from the British rule in the form of two independent sovereign states of India and Pakistan. .At the time of division the province of Punjab was divided along religious lines into two parts: West Punjab and East Punjab. Eastern Punjab stayed with India and the West Punjab was assimilated in to the newly emerging country of Pakistan. Use of an article of 'the' in the title is to focus on the province of Punjab which became the part of Pakistan. Thus the post-independence electoral experience of Punjab is dealing with only the Pakistani Punjab. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2014
16. Country Update, 1-May-2008.
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POLITICAL risk (Foreign investments) ,PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties ,COALITIONS ,PEACE ,BUDGET deficits ,BALANCE of payments deficit - Abstract
This article offers information on Pakistan's political risk. Particular focus is given to the partnership of the Pakistani Peoples Party (PPP) and the Pakistani Muslim League Nawaz Group (PML-N), along with threats to the unity of the coalition. The key to achieving lasting peace in the northwest is the government's willingness and ability to bring economic development to the region. Economic woes facing the country include expanding budget deficit, a growing current account shortfall, and shrinking foreign exchange reserves.
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- 2009
17. Country Forecast.
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ECONOMIC forecasting ,PAKISTANI politics & government ,COALITIONS ,POLITICAL parties ,FOREIGN investments ,ECONOMIC expansion ,ECONOMIC indicators - Abstract
A political and economic outlook for Pakistan for 2009-2013 is presented. There is negotiation for a coalition agreement between the Pakistani Peoples Party (PPP) and the Pakistani Muslim League-Nawaz Group (PML-N). Particular focus is given to deterrents to foreign investment. It is expected that the economic expansion of the country will slow down during the forecast period as a result of the pressure to tighten fiscal and monetary policies. Also included are information on domestic economic and social indicators.
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- 2009
18. Pakistan.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL stability ,POLITICAL parties ,BUDGET ,ECONOMIC history - Abstract
A country report for Pakistan as of June 2008 is presented. It offers a political and economic outlook for the 2008-2009 period. It is predicted that political stability will worsen in 2008 as disputes in the governing coalition deepen. The Pakistan Muslim League has withdrawn its ministers from the cabinet after a disagreement with the Pakistan People's Party. The fiscal year 2008/2009 budget, which seeks to reduce the growing fiscal deficit, will raise taxes and easing subsidies on fuel and food.
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- 2008
19. Political Overview.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,WAR powers ,ELECTIONS ,PRESIDENTIAL elections ,POLITICAL opposition ,POLITICAL parties ,POLITICAL stability - Abstract
An overview of domestic political conditions in Pakistan in 2008 is presented. A halt to the country's emergency rule is critical to a fair and credible general election in January. There are questions surrounding the eligibility of President Pervez Musharraf's candidacy in the 2007 presidential election. Another issue facing the domestic political scene is the growing threat of opposition parties boycotting the 2008 elections. A possible political instability faces the country.
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- 2007
20. CHAPTER 3: POLITICS & GOVERNMENT.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties ,CORRUPTION ,POLITICAL violence - Abstract
Presents an update on political conditions in Pakistan as of January 2006. Information on the parties that governed the country during the 1990s; Efforts of President Pervez Musharraf to end the culture of corruption and political violence in Pakistan; Factors that affect the relationship between government and business in the country.
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- 2006
21. Outlook for 2003-04.
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Price, Gareth and Richardson, Graham
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ECONOMIC history ,POLITICAL parties ,INTERNATIONAL relations ,REVENUE ,GROSS domestic product ,ECONOMIC forecasting ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
Looks at the economic and political situation in Pakistan from 2003 to 2004. Impact of the Islamist agenda of the Muttahida Majlis-i-Amal political party on the image of the country; Relations of Pakistan with India and the U.S.; Revenue collection of the government in the first six months of 2002 and 2003; Forecast for gross domestic product growth.
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- 2003
22. Political Conditions.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties - Abstract
Describes political conditions in Pakistan as of July 2001. Dominant political issues; Direction of policy making; Political groups; Sectarian violence; Election results.
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- 2001
23. Regional Political Parties: Challenge to Political Stability of Pakistan.
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Mahmood, Amna
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties ,POLITICAL systems ,POLITICAL doctrines ,POLITICAL stability ,LEGITIMACY of governments ,TWENTY-first century - Abstract
The article explores several challenges to Pakistan's political system due to the negative role played by the regional political parties. Topics being discussed include the theoretical framework and the background of the party politics in the colonial period as well as the party system and its importance in a federation. Other information such as the survival and stability of the coalition governments is presented.
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- 2014
24. Losing the connection: party-voter linkages in Pakistan.
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Mohmand, Shandana Khan
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POLITICAL parties , *VOTING , *VOTERS , *PATRONAGE , *RURAL population , *TWENTY-first century ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
How do political parties in Pakistan aggregate votes and connect to voters, especially in rural areas? Most explanations for party-voter linkages in rural Pakistan can be grouped into four broad categories: (a) political parties are made up of powerful landlords who use economic power to collect votes from dependent voters; (b) parties are conglomerations of clientelist networks; (c) parties are large aggregations of kinship networks; and (d) parties function by building links with specific types of constituencies across large parts of the country, and voters forge links with political parties based on ideology and party identification. These are, at best, only partial explanations. How is it that they can all co-exist? The answer lies in the level of analysis employed. I argue that when viewed in aggregated form at a macro-level of analysis, such as that of national politics, these varied explanations of party-voter linkages appear to be distinct and sometimes mutually exclusive. However, when disaggregated and examined at a micro-level of analysis, that of village-level politics, it becomes obvious how it is possible for all of these linkages to not only co-exist but often even work together. I adopt this micro-level of analysis through a longitudinal study of one village in Pakistan's most populous and politically most important province, Punjab. Using the case study of Sahiwal, I argue that the reason for the varied explanations is that the link between political parties and their voters is rarely direct. Instead, it is mediated by different types of local actors. As the national political arena changes, different actors gain precedence, leading to multiple explanations of what is really going on in rural Pakistan between political parties and their voters. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]
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- 2014
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25. Constitutional Structures for a Strong Democracy: Considerations on the Government of Pakistan.
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Myerson, Roger
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DEMOCRACY , *CONSTITUTIONS , *OLIGOPOLIES , *POLITICAL parties , *GAME theory ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
Summary: I consider structural reforms to democracy in Pakistan using ideas from the analysis of oligopolistic competition and game theory. Successful democracy requires strong, flexible political parties and high-quality, responsible leaders. Parliamentary responsibility for government helps develop strong parties. National parties should be able to nominate candidates in all elections at all levels. For flexibility, members of the National Assembly should be free to form new parties. With federalism, provincial and local democracy also reduce political entry barriers. Approval-voting open-list proportional representation can strengthen democratic leadership in all communities. Runoff elections would allow more flexible party competition in single-seat districts. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2014
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26. Pakistan: Current Developments & Implications for the Region.
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BANERJI, RANA
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties - Abstract
The article focuses on the developments in Pakistan and their effects to the region. It mentions the political event in the country called "Long Marches" held in August 2014 and was started by Allama Tahir-ul-Qadri, leader of Pakistan Awami Tehrik (PAT) and Imran Khan, leader of Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaaf (PTI). It discusses the effects of the said event in the domestic politics of the country and of the region.
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- 2014
27. A Factor in East Pakistan's Separation: Political Parties or Leadership.
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Kokab, Rizwan Ullah and Abid, Massarrat
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,SEPARATION of powers ,POLITICAL parties ,POLITICAL systems ,PUBLIC administration ,TWENTY-first century - Abstract
The separation of East Pakistan was culmination of the weakness of certain institutions of Pakistan's political system. This failure of the institutions was in turn the result of the failure of the leadership of Pakistan who could not understand the significance of the political institutions and could not manoeuvre the institutions for the strength and unity of Pakistan. Like in every political system the political parties were one of the major institutions in Pakistan which could enable the federation of Pakistan to face the challenge of separatism successfully. This paper will examine how any national political party could not grow and mature in Pakistan and thus a deterrent of the separatism could not be established. The paper will also reveal that the political parties were not strengthened by the leaders who always remained stronger than the parties and continued driving the parties for the sake of their personal political motives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2013
28. RELIGIOUS PARTIES AND POLITICS IN PAKISTAN.
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Tanwir, Farooq
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RELIGION & politics , *POVERTY , *POLITICAL parties , *PUBLIC institutions ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
In October 2002, for the first time in Pakistan's history, a sizeable share of the population voted for religious parties. Some Pakistanis, and most Western analysts, interpret this as signaling the rise of a major fundamentalist religious movement. We suggest, however, that in large part, this phenomenon can be viewed as a protest vote, made as a rebuke to the major political parties, which have failed so far to provide any solutions to Pakistan's poverty and misery. This article examines the viewpoints of various analysts, representing various schools of thought in Pakistan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2002
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29. Monthly review: April 2008: The political scene.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties - Abstract
The article examines the political climate in Pakistan in April 2008. The Pakistan People's Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim PML (N) also agreed that within 30 days of the formation of the government, they would introduce a parliamentary resolution calling for the restoration of the Supreme Court judges that President Pervez Musharraf dismissed in November 2007 after imposing a state of emergency. When the new parliament convened on March 17, the PPP and PML (N) leaders immediately outlined their top policy priorities.
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- 2008
30. BMI Research: Pakistan Defence & Security Report: Political Overview.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,ELECTIONS ,POLITICAL parties - Abstract
The article offers a political outlook for Pakistan for 2008. Political tensions are expected to become prominent as the final election results are counted. Pakistan People's Party and Pakistan Muslim League-N are also expected to form a governing coalition against President Pervez Musharraf. It is believed that new army chief Ashfaq Parvez Kayani will back Musharraf as long as his presidency does not worsen the country's internal stability.
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- 2008
31. Domestic Political Setting and Instability.
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Kronstadt, K. Alan
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POLITICAL stability ,PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties - Abstract
The article looks at Pakistan's domestic political structure and instability as well as key political players. It discusses the election of Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari in 2008 and the threat to the majority status of Pakistan People's Party (PPP) and its government in 2010 and 2011. It also reports on Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's conviction for contempt of court, the rise of former cricket hero Imran Khan and his party, and the resurgence of conservative Islamist forces.
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- 2012
32. To Live And Die In Karachi.
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Marshall, Andrew
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POLITICAL violence ,POLITICAL parties ,INTERNAL security ,POLITICAL crimes & offenses ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
The article discusses the political condition and violence in Karachi, Pakistan. It reveals that thousands of people died in 2011 in ethnic turf wars triggered by heavily armed supporters of the city's main political parties, perishing in street battles fought using assault rifles, machine guns, and grenades and notes that many victims were decapitated. The global implications of the city's violence are mentioned.
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- 2012
33. The Struggle for Pakistan Continues.
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Usher, Graham
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CONSENSUS (Social sciences) ,POLITICAL stability ,POLITICAL parties ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
The article discusses the continuing political struggle in Pakistan. On February 18, 2008, supporters of the Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) and the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) went into the streets to claim that they have won the parliamentary elections. The PML-N is the political party of former premier Nawaz Sharif while the PPP is of the late former prime minister Benazir Bhutto. However, on February 20, 2008, Sharif and Ali Zardari, the widower of Bhutto, agreed to create a government of national consensus and negotiate with the government of General Pervez Musharraf.
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- 2008
34. A Catalyst at War.
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POLITICAL parties , *ELECTIONS , *PRACTICAL politics ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
The article discusses the socio-political situation in Pakistan. Topics discussed include change in public mood and aspirations across the broad spectrum in the nation, formation and policy of various political parties in the nation and discussion on results of the election held in 2013 in the nation. It also discusses the formation of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and its impact on the national economy.
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- 2014
35. Dictatorship of Democracy.
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Sodhar, Dr. Qasim
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DEMOCRACY ,PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties ,GRASSROOTS movements ,PROLETARIAT ,DICTATORSHIP ,BICAMERALISM - Published
- 2021
36. Opportunists Rule.
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Rana, Muhammad Waqar
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DEMOCRACY ,PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties - Published
- 2021
37. To Be "Happier & Freer".
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MARTIAL law ,PRESIDENTS ,PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties ,ARMED Forces in politics - Abstract
The article focuses on the martial law declared by President Iskander Mirza in Pakistan. It mentions that President Mirza determine to announce martial law because of the conflicts faced by the country in terms of the private armies assembled by political parties and the food shortage. It states that General Mohammed Ayub Khan supported the decision of President Mirza because he believes that the army should be involved and take action in dealing with the conflicts.
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- 1958
38. Domestic Political Instability.
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Kronstadt, K. Alan
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POLITICAL stability ,PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties - Abstract
The article talks about political instability in Pakistan as of October 2011. It notes the declining favorability ratings of President Asif Ali Zardari, based on a survey in May. It mentions the emergence of serious threats to the majority status of the ruling Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), as well as to the very existence of its government, in late last year. It cites the move of Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani to dismiss his over 60 cabinet ministers in a cost-cutting effort in February.
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- 2011
39. BETWEEN THE DEVIL AND THE DEEP SEA.
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SEHGAL, IKRAM
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PUBLIC demonstrations , *POLITICAL parties ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
The article discusses the political implications of the failure of the Azadi-March, an anti-government protest led by Pakistani politician Maulana Fazlur Rahman in October 2019 in Islamabad, Pakistan. Topics covered include the move of the Pakistan Peoples Party and the Pakistani Muslim League to back out from their support, the impact of the protest on the country's economy and how the protest shows that dharnas are no longer bona fide means of protest.
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- 2019
40. Elections 2018.
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ELECTIONS , *POLITICAL parties ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
The article discusses the 2018 elections in Pakistan, citing the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) that election will be held on time in July or August 2018. It cites on the new constituencies which resentment and anger among political parties in the country. The articles also discusses the new constituencies which cause of resentment and anger among political parties.
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- 2018
41. The Name that Pulls Votes.
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Baig, Mirza Mujtaba
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties ,TWENTY-first century - Published
- 2017
42. PAKISTAN'S ELECTION WON'T BE PERFECT, BUT IT MAY HELP.
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Balfour, Frederik, Mangi, Naween A., and Crock, Stan
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,ELECTIONS ,INTERNATIONAL relations ,POLITICAL parties - Abstract
Discusses the possible outcome of Pakistan's parliamentary elections on October 10, 2002. Significance of the election's outcome on Pakistan's stability and on the Bush Administration's fight against al Qaeda; Efforts of General Pervez Musharraf to retain control of the country; Participation of Islamic fundamentalist parties on the election.
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- 2002
43. NO CONFIDENCE IN THE SENATE!
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SEHGAL, IKRAM
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POLITICAL parties , *NEPOTISM , *ALLEGIANCE ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
The article discusses that Imran Khan's electoral victory is a challenge to the political system of Pakistan. Topics discussed include use of political activities for personal and the family's enrichment; a British concept of parliamentary democracy, which is being used as a convenient tool to keep rapacious families in power; and the family-based party system that is involved in nepotism, selling of jobs for money and political loyalty, and illegal transfer of property.
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- 2019
44. Pakistan Portents.
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Ahmad, Eqbal
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COALITION governments , *POLITICAL parties , *ELECTIONS ,PAKISTANI politics & government - Abstract
Pakistan People's Party leader Benazir Bhutto, will return as the country's Prime Minister if her efforts to patch together a coalition government success. In the parliamentary elections her party won a plurality but not a majority. In many respects, in fact, Nawaz Sharif, the Muslim League's leader, is the real winner in this election. Once a creature of General Mohammed Zia ul-Haq and the intelligence services, and an opportunistic ally of Pakistan's fundamentalists, he has remade himself as a neoliberal reformist and revived the party of Pakistan's founding fathers.
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- 1993
45. The Complete Politician.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,POLITICAL parties ,NEUTRALITY - Published
- 1956
46. Outlook for 2010-11: Political outlook.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,NATIONAL security ,POLITICAL parties ,ISLAM ,MILITARY law ,LEGISLATIVE bills - Abstract
The article forecasts the political status of Pakistan for 2010 and 2011. It is believed that national security will be prioritized in the domestic political agenda as fights against Islamist militancy and tensions between the main political parties continue. Meanwhile, the Kerry-Lugar Bill of the U.S. is not expected to succeed immediately because it demands greater civilian monitoring of Pakistan's military and may undermine the relationship between them and the U.S. authorities.
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- 2009
47. Outlook for 2008-09: Political outlook.
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FORECASTING ,PAKISTANI politics & government ,ELECTIONS ,DEMOCRACY ,POLITICAL parties ,RELIGIOUS militants ,INTERNATIONAL relations - Abstract
This article presents a political outlook for Pakistan for 2008-2009. The February 2008 general election and the formation of a democratic government are signs of improving political conditions in the country. Particular focus is given to the issues that highlight the differences between the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim League (PML), along with the Islamic militants facing the Pakistani army. It also presents information on U.S.-Pakistan relations.
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- 2008
48. Monthly review: March 2008: The political scene.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,ELECTIONS ,POLITICAL parties - Abstract
The article information on politics in Pakistan as of March 2008. According to the article, the results of the parliamentary election on February 18, 2008 was disastrous for President Pervez Musharraf and his supporters. The Pakistan People's Party is negotiating to form a coalition government with the Pakistan Muslim League and the Awami National Party.
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- 2008
49. BMI Research: Pakistan Defence & Security Report: Executive Summary.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,ELECTIONS ,POLITICAL parties ,ASSASSINATION ,NATIONAL security - Abstract
In mid-February 2008, the political situation in Pakistan remained extremely fluid, and the short-term outlook is unpredictable. The general election seems unlikely to deliver any greater stability to the country as no one party has gained enough support to form a parliamentary majority, thus weakening the authority of the central government in Islamabad and increasing the risk of regionalism as the main political parties focus on their respective provincial support bases. The assassination of Benazir Bhutto has significantly increased the general level of uncertainty and insecurity, largely because she was widely seen as the only viable alternative leader to the beleaguered, and increasingly isolated President Pervez Musharraf. The worsening political situation in the wake of Bhutto's assassination has somewhat deflected the massive criticism from the US, the EU and other allies, that had been instigated by Musharraf's declaration of martial law in late 2007. However, relations between Pakistan and the US have certainly deteriorated and there remains the possibility that, should this deterioration culminate in the delay or cancellation of arms deals, Pakistan would likely turn to alternative suppliers -- such as China. China and Pakistan have a mutual interest in containing India. Moreover, China has already established itself as a substantial supplier of military material (frequently at discount prices) to Pakistan. In any event, Pakistan has for some time had a policy of diversifying its sources of arms. On top of the recent political unrest subsequent to, and following from the assassination of Bhutto, the army is engaged in ongoing combat operations against pro-Taliban militants in the tribal areas adjacent to Afghanistan. NATO's failure to contain a resurgent Taliban and the ongoing surging production of opium have contributed to the scale of Pakistan's problems in this area, and it is assumed that should the situation in Afghanistan continue to deteriorate then this would correspond to further security problems along the border. The Pakistan Army is also fighting local extremists who were angered and alienated by the army's storming of the Lal Masjid (Red Mosque) in July 2007. Furthermore, although it has received relatively little publicity, particularly in the mainstream foreign media, the army is also dealing with a serious insurgency in Baluchistan. At this stage, the deterioration in the overall security has not yet had an observable impact on Pakistan's significant activities as both an importer and exporter of arms. For some time, the armed forces have been in the middle of a major modernisation. Recent developments include the successful test of a Hatf VIII Raad air-launched cruise missile, and the announcement by the air force of a clear preference for the US F-16 over the Saab Gripen. Meanwhile, Pakistan's significant indigenous arms industry has been developing its relationships with customers in South Korea, Turkey, Vietnam and Saudi Arabia. We continue to suggest that there are three key factors to monitor in the coming months. Probably the most important is the quantity of opium that is being produced in Afghanistan. Increased opium production both helps the Taliban to fund its activities and highlights the lack of control of NATO's forces in that country. As mentioned previously, a surge in opium production would be consistent with a worsening of the situation in Afghanistan and thus herald greater challenges for Pakistan's army in its conflicts with militants in the tribal areas of the North West Frontier Province. The second key factor is the progress made by Pakistan in signing procurement deals with suppliers in the US (and other NATO countries) and actually taking delivery.… [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]
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- 2008
50. Executive Summary.
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PAKISTANI politics & government ,MARTIAL law ,ELECTIONS ,LEGITIMACY of governments ,POLITICAL opposition ,POLITICAL parties ,RELIGIOUS militants - Abstract
In late November 2007, the political situation in Pakistan remained extremely fluid. Having declared martial law on November 3, President Pervez Musharraf has committed to the holding of a general election in early January 2008. His ability to run for office has been endorsed by the Supreme Court -- albeit by a bench of judges largely appointed for him. Further, the legitimacy of his re-election as President by the standing assemblies on 6 October 2007 is questionable, given that the vote was boycotted by opposition parties. Looking forward, the January poll bring two major risks. One risk is that the election is boycotted by the opposition parties and that massive civil unrest is the consequence. The other risk is that protest votes give political power to parties that are associated with Islamic militants: this would have negative implications for security in Afghanistan and India, as well as in Pakistan. During Q407, the situation has deteriorated in two other ways. First, the declaration of martial law has drawn massive criticism from the US, the EU and other allies who share an interest in countering militant Islam. In the event that the deterioration in relations between Pakistan and the US leads to the delay or cancellation of arms deals, Pakistan will likely turn to alternative suppliers -- such as China. China and Pakistan have a mutual interest in containing India. Further, China has already established itself as a substantial supplier of military material (frequently at discount prices) to Pakistan. In any event, Pakistan has for some time had a policy of diversifying its sources of arms. The other way in which the situation has deteriorated is that, quite aside from the unrest associated with the declaration of martial law and the return to Pakistan of Benazir Bhutto, the army faces escalating violence on three fronts. The army is fighting pro-Taliban militants in the tribal areas adjacent to Afghanistan. It is also fighting local extremists who have been angered and alienated by the army's storming of the Lal Masjid (Red Mosque) in July 2007. Furthermore, although it has received relatively little publicity, particularly in the mainstream foreign media, the army is also dealing with a serious insurgency in Baluchistan. As if all this were not enough, NATO's forces in Afghanistan are not clearly gaining the upper hand in combat against the Taliban's forces. The main evidence for this is the continuing surge in the production of opium -- Afghanistan's major export and the Taliban's main source of cash. Further deterioration in the security situation could cause the tempo of the Pakistan army's three conflicts to increase significantly. At this stage, the deterioration in the overall security has not yet had an observable impact on Pakistan's significant activities as both an importer and exporter of arms. For some time, the armed forces have been in the middle of a major modernisation. As noted in Q307, it appears likely that total defence spending will rise by around 10% in the current (2007-08) year -- or by slightly more than overall GDP. Recent developments include the successful test of a Hatf VIII Raad air-launched cruise missile, and the announcement by the air force of a clear preference for the US F-16 over the Saab Gripen. Meanwhile, Pakistan's significant indigenous arms industry has been developing its relationships with customers in South Korea, Turkey, Vietnam and Saudi Arabia. Although the dispute between India and Pakistan over Kashmir has been completely overshadowed by all the other developments, it would be fair to say that trends in Q407 were, on balance, positive. In August 2007, the Hisbul Mujahedin claimed responsibility for the killing of a former senior Indian policeman: however, this was the first high-profile killing since the beginning of the year.… [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]
- Published
- 2007
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