Pakistan's New Government Faces Security Challenges, With Continuity on Most Policies
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Security policy is considered a slippery area for civilian governments in Pakistan, who typically avoid intervening. Continuity of existing security policies is expected under the new government.
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Pakistan will likely maintain pressure on the Afghan Taliban to crack down on TTP and other militants in Afghanistan, while Kabul resists.
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Balochistan insurgency poses a key challenge, with the new CM indicating a conciliatory approach toward insurgents that contradicts his past stances.
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Political agitation will be dealt with zero tolerance to maintain order and investor confidence. Opposition parties and protest movements will face crackdowns.
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Issues like missing persons, shrinking civil liberties, and democratic decline are unlikely to be highlighted by the government. Dissent on such issues will be punished.