Pakistan's army chief gains broad authority over military branches

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Pakistan's army chief has been granted sweeping authority over all military branches and lifelong legal immunity through a constitutional amendment. The reform also places Pakistan's highest court under tighter political control, with a new court to be established above the current Supreme Court. Critics condemn the move as a sign of democratic erosion and a slide into authoritarianism, while supporters cite modernization and operational efficiency.


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