Pakistan 27th Amendment

Islamabad, November 4, 2025 — Pakistan’s proposed 27th Constitutional Amendment has ignited a fierce political storm, as critics claim it strengthens military dominance at the cost of democratic institutions. The ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has reportedly sought support from the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) to push through the amendment, which directly benefits Army Chief General Asim Munir.The amendment seeks to modify Article 243 of the Constitution, allowing an extended tenure for General Munir and granting formal constitutional recognition to his newly conferred rank of Field Marshal. Munir received this title earlier in 2025…