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Pakistan Weighs 27th Amendment to Empower Army Chief

11/4/2025

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Pakistan is considering 27th Amendment to empower Army Chief Asim Munir, recently promoted to Field Marshal.
The amendment would modify Article 243 to govern military command and extend Munir's tenure and formalize his rank.
Critics, including opposition parties and experts, warn the change could undermine civilian authority and judicial independence.
Passing requires parliamentary approval and presidential sign-off, and raises concerns about rollback of provincial rights from the 18th Amendment.

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Pakistan is considering 27th Amendment to empower Army Chief Asim Munir, recently promoted to Field Marshal.
The amendment would modify Article 243 to govern military command and extend Munir's tenure and formalize his rank.
Critics, including opposition parties and experts, warn the change could undermine civilian authority and judicial independence.
Passing requires parliamentary approval and presidential sign-off, and raises concerns about rollback of provincial rights from the 18th Amendment.