Stakeholders Align on Need for February Elections to Empower Reform Agenda
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There is an emerging consensus among stakeholders that elections should be held as scheduled on February 8th to empower a representative government.
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An IMF program and economic reforms need national ownership and implementation by an elected government to be effective.
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The business community and foreign partners are waiting for an elected government to commit to long-term economic undertakings.
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Political parties recognize the need for systemic and cultural change in governance and economic policy to resolve Pakistan's crises.
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Cooperation is increasing between some political rivals on issues like local body empowerment, indicating positive democratic trends.