Pakistan is set to hold its national elections on February 8, amid a backdrop of political and economic turmoil. A recent Gallup poll indicates that 70% of Pakistanis believe economic conditions are worsening. The elections are marked by the incarceration of the country's most popular politician, Imran Khan, and escalating repression against his supporters. The country, with a population of 240 million and nuclear capabilities, faces a crisis of democracy as two political dynasties vie for power. International observers and Pakistani citizens alike are calling for free and fair elections, with concerns over the erosion of democratic principles and human rights. The upcoming elections will fill 265 seats of the National Assembly and 590 seats of four Provincial Assemblies.
I’m concerned about the current erosion of democracy and human rights in Pakistan. Ahead of the country’s election, it’s essential the Pakistani government assures free and fair elections and upholds democratic institutions, human rights, and the rule of law.
The people of Pakistan will be voting in the elections on Feb 8th. While the run up to this day has been filled with questionable actions and its intent. Democratic principles of a fair election has to be upheld, free from fear of harassment and intimidation. Pakistanis decide… https://t.co/yeKzU4eG67
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Pakistanis deserve free and fair elections, without fear of violence or intimidation. I urge the government of Pakistan to uphold this basic democratic principle in their election. I condemn any attempts to suppress the Pakistani peoples' participation in their democracy. https://t.co/8j0dBE4sSs
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Make no mistake, the world will be watching how the Feb. 8 elections in Pakistan unfold. The Government of Pakistan must prioritize free and fair elections, due process, the rule of law, and respect for human rights.
Make no mistake, the world with be watching how the Feb. 8 elections in Pakistan unfold. The Government of Pakistan must prioritize free and fair elections, due process, the rule of law, and respect for human rights.
The Pakistani government should uphold the democratic principles of a free and fair election. Pakistanis deserve to exercise their right to vote and do so free from fear of harassment and intimidation as they go to the polls in tomorrow's election. https://t.co/qHqKXjs8Zb
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#Pakistan will hold its Parliamentary elections for the 16th National Assembly tomorrow amid political and economic turmoil. Elections to the four Provincial Assemblies will also be held tomorrow. Elections will be held on 265 seats of National Assembly and 590 seats of four…
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Pakistan is approaching national elections due to be held this week. The country’s people will be voting under a cloud of repression. https://t.co/pUwK7fTTAH
Pakistan is due to hold national elections on February 8, but the country’s most popular politician, Imran Khan, is in jail, while his supporters face escalating repression. The country is in the middle of a crisis of democracy. https://t.co/pUwK7fTTAH
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