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Pakistan is undergoing economic liberalization to attract foreign investment while facing challenges like a growing population, political instability, and heavy foreign debt. The recent elections in February 2024 saw independent candidates supported by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party secure the most seats despite attempts to weaken them. To navigate the current political landscape, the document suggests educating oneself on political processes, encouraging youth involvement, promoting inter-community dialogue, supporting independent journalism, and engaging in peaceful advocacy.

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Pakistan is undergoing economic liberalization to attract foreign investment while facing challenges like a growing population, political instability, and heavy foreign debt. The recent elections in February 2024 saw independent candidates supported by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party secure the most seats despite attempts to weaken them. To navigate the current political landscape, the document suggests educating oneself on political processes, encouraging youth involvement, promoting inter-community dialogue, supporting independent journalism, and engaging in peaceful advocacy.

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Pakistan is presently undergoing economic liberalization, including the privatization of all

government corporations, aimed at attracting foreign investment and reducing budget deficits.
[41] However, the country continues to grapple with challenges such as a rapidly growing
population, high illiteracy, political instability, a hostile neighborhood, and heavy foreign
debt.
The economy of Pakistan is categorized as a developing economy. It ranks as the 24th-largest
based on GDP using purchasing power parity (PPP) and the 46th largest in terms of nominal
GDP. With a population of 232 million people as of 2023, Pakistan’s position at per capita
income ranks 161st by GDP (nominal) and 138th by GDP (PPP) according to the
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Pakistan continues to face multiple sources of internal and external conflict. Extremism and
intolerance of diversity and dissent have grown, fuelled by a narrow vision of Pakistan’s
national identity, and are threatening the country’s prospects for social cohesion and stability.
The inability of state institutions to reliably provide peaceful ways to resolve grievances has
encouraged groups to seek violence as an alternative. The country saw peaceful political
transitions after the 2013 and 2018 elections. However, as the country prepares for
anticipated elections in 2023, it continues to face a fragile economy along with deepening
domestic polarization. Meanwhile, devastating flooding across Pakistan in 2022 has caused
billions in damage, strained the country’s agriculture and health sectors, and also laid bare
Pakistan’s vulnerability to climate disasters and troubling weaknesses in governance and
economic stability
Political situation in Pakistan
Pakistan’s 12th national and provincial elections were held on 8 February 2024, amid a tough
political, economic and security situation. Despite efforts by the country’s powerful army to
weaken the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) led by former Prime Minister Imran Khan,
independent candidates supported by the PTI secured the highest number of seats in the
national assembly.
Prior to the election, it was speculated that Nawaz Sharif, and his party, the Pakistan Muslim
League (PML-N), favoured by the establishment, might win most seats, if not the majority in
the national assembly. Also, survey conducted by Gallup Pakistan one month before the
elections showed that the gap between the PTI and PML-N was decreasing consistently since
March 2023 as the election were inching closer.4 In Punjab, while 34 per cent said they
would vote for the PTI, 32 per cent were going to vote for the PML-N.
Nawaz Sharif returned from self-imposed exile after almost four years. Within two months,
all cases against him were cleared so that he could file nomination for the elections. His party
was allowed to run an enthusiastic election campaign, unlike the PTI whose election symbol,
bat, was taken away just few weeks ahead of the elections. Khan’s party was barred from
fighting elections as a registered political party. Even its independent members were often
stopped from campaigning and their rallies were raided by the police.
Staying positive in current political issues in Pakistan:
Educate Yourself on Political Processes
Understanding how political systems work can empower you to navigate uncertainties.
Educate yourself on the democratic process, the role of different branches of government, and
ongoing political reforms. Knowledge fosters a sense of control and helps you make informed
decisions.
Encourage Youth Involvement:
The youth play a pivotal role in shaping the future. Encourage young people to get involved
in civic activities, express their opinions, and participate in political discourse. Empowering
the youth creates a sense of hope and optimism for positive change.
Promote Inter-Community Dialogue:
In a diverse country like Pakistan, promoting dialogue between different communities
fosters unity. Encourage open conversations that celebrate diversity, address cultural and
regional concerns, and build bridges between communities. A united front can positively
influence the political landscape.
Support Independent Journalism:
A vibrant and free media is essential for a healthy democracy. Support independent
journalism that prioritizes factual reporting and unbiased analysis. By staying informed
through reliable sources, you contribute to the strength of democratic values and encourage
responsible journalism.
Engage in Peaceful Advocacy:
Express your opinions and concerns through peaceful advocacy. Participate in rallies, write
op-eds, or join advocacy groups that align with your values. Peaceful expression of dissent
contributes to a democratic dialogue and emphasizes the importance of civic engagement.

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