Posted 2/20/2024, 3:58:22 AM
Pakistan Faces Uncertainty After Divisive Elections Deepen Political Gridlock
- Pakistan's recent elections have created political instability and gridlock, hampering efforts to address massive economic and security threats
- A PDM government lacks legitimacy, unity, and ideas to tackle challenges and may collapse under PTI pressure
- Claims of rigged elections must be swiftly reviewed to restore credibility; PTI has provided initial evidence
- Overall election mandate was for status quo parties unable to deliver needed reforms
- To rescue Pakistan, competent technocrats must lead while Sharifs, Zardaris, and Imran focus on parties rather than government