Civil Military Relations
Allowing military courts to pronounce decisions, albeit conditionally, raises renewed concerns about the judiciary's independence after the 26th Constitutional Amendment, says lawyer Mirza Moiz Baig.
Updated 14 Dec, 2024 11:03am
The freedom and liberty of these civilians are entirely dependent on the fate of the government's appeal against the SC verdict on Oct 23, 2023.
Updated 23 Oct, 2024 04:18pm
Jinnah stressed the need for civilian supremacy and instructed the military to stay true to the constitution and the government.
Updated 08 Sep, 2022 10:34am
It is to be hoped that there will never be a repeat of such operations as Gibraltar, Chengiz Khan, Fair Play and others.
Updated 09 Sep, 2022 10:59am
Although no concrete procedure exists for such appointments, PMO says "detailed consultative process" adopted in this case.
Published 26 Oct, 2021 06:24pm
The notification comes following a meeting between PM Imran and COAS after a nearly three-week deadlock.
Updated 27 Oct, 2021 08:36am
Imran Khan says Nawaz is playing a "dangerous game" akin to the act of Altaf Hussain.
Updated 02 Oct, 2020 12:17pm
"We all know that the contents of such meetings may be selectively leaked in order to serve specific interests," says Ahsan Iqbal.
Updated 29 Sep, 2020 06:38pm
There are many influential people within PML-N who have never been comfortable with the aggressive anti-establishment policy.
Updated 24 Sep, 2020 09:26am
ISI chief was also present during the two meetings held on the PML-N leader's request in recent weeks: DG ISPR.
Updated 24 Sep, 2020 09:55am
COAS, ISI chief in rare meeting with politicians before Sept 20 multiparty conference.
Updated 22 Sep, 2020 10:01am
All eyes on Islamabad as opposition meets at PPP-hosted multiparty conference to devise anti-govt strategy.
Updated 24 Sep, 2020 09:55am
PM Imran Khan reacts to SC order on Gen Bajwa's tenure, draws criticism from the PML-N.
Updated 28 Nov, 2019 08:15pm
Interior minister says questions would not have been raised if Nawaz had "left the country like a sick person".
Updated 26 Nov, 2019 02:46pm
The decision has been taken "in view of the regional security environment", says notification by PM Imran's office.
Updated 21 Nov, 2019 09:27pm
The National Development Council, to be headed by PM Imran, will also have COAS Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa as a member.
Updated 19 Jun, 2019 09:34am
ISPR says cuts "will not be at the cost of of defense and security", slashes to be managed "internally".
Updated 05 Jun, 2019 05:09pm
Petitioner argues before LHC that the “anti-state” statement of Nawaz could be used against the country by its enemies.
Updated 26 Jun, 2018 11:18am
In wide-ranging briefing, army's spokesperson speaks about India, PTM, social media propaganda and 'khalai makhlooq'.
Updated 05 Jun, 2018 08:10am
NSC condemns the "reign of terror unleashed by Indian occupation forces on innocent Kashmiris".
Updated 29 May, 2018 07:40pm
Says issue of civil-mil relations will remain irrespective of who forms next govt.
Updated 29 May, 2018 09:07am
PML-N supreme leader stresses the need for a national commission to probe recent political maneuvering.
Updated 25 May, 2018 06:18pm
PML-N supremo repeats his statement from the court, says he is being penalised for high treason case against Musharraf.
Updated 23 May, 2018 04:46pm
Shortly after, PM Abbasi reiterates NSC's statement, saying that Nawaz's comments from the interview were "misreported".
Updated 15 May, 2018 05:01pm
It is not Pakistan, but India that has delayed the finalisation of the Mumbai attacks case, says statement.
Updated 14 May, 2018 03:46pm
Says ruling party won’t tolerate delay in polls, asks institutions to work within constitutional limits.
Updated 07 May, 2018 07:20am
"Transitions in the military and the judiciary solidified the democratic transition in Pakistan," a US report reads.
Updated 22 Apr, 2018 08:36am
Punjab chief minister urges civil and military authorities to work together for country.
Updated 05 Apr, 2018 09:37am
During a visit to Karachi, Gen Bajwa appreciated Sindh Rangers' efforts for restoration of peace in the city.
Updated 02 Mar, 2018 07:40am
Abbasi admitted in an interview that “there was a lot of friction institutionally that built up over the last year”.
Updated 06 Feb, 2018 07:47am
