Pakistan's 27th Amendment Faces International Scrutiny Amid Political Controversy
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Hindustan Times
Pakistan's controversial 27th constitutional amendment, which enhances military leadership powers and grants lifetime ranks to officers like Field Marshal Asim Munir, faces criticism from the UN over concerns about judicial independence and military accountability. Pakistan defends the move as a parliamentary matter, while the UN warns it was rushed and could undermine democratic and judicial processes.