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Pakistan Grants Military Lifelong Immunity, Weakens Judicial Authority

11/20/2025

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Pakistan's Parliament passed a constitutional amendment November 12 granting Field Marshal Asim Munir lifelong immunity from prosecution and extending his tenure by five years.
Critics say the move consolidates military power and echoes past periods of military rule.
The amendment creates a Federal Constitutional Court, reducing the Supreme Court's authority and enabling government control of judicial appointments.
Analysts warn the military's dominance could hinder political dialogue and heighten regional tensions, undermining democracy.

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Pakistan's Parliament passed a constitutional amendment November 12 granting Field Marshal Asim Munir lifelong immunity from prosecution and extending his tenure by five years.
Critics say the move consolidates military power and echoes past periods of military rule.
The amendment creates a Federal Constitutional Court, reducing the Supreme Court's authority and enabling government control of judicial appointments.
Analysts warn the military's dominance could hinder political dialogue and heighten regional tensions, undermining democracy.