Month: November 2025

Senior members of the legal fraternity have raised alarm over recent constitutional reforms that vest a newly‑established Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan with authority over the Supreme Court of Pakistan, warning that the move strikes at the heart of the doctrine of separation of powers. Legal analysts note that this structural shift places what should …

Federal Constitutional Court Granted Oversight Over Supreme Court of Pakistan — Erosion of Separation of Powers and the Vision of Muhammad Ali Jinnah Read More »

As Pakistan gears up for the next general elections, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has granted magistrates unprecedented powers to oversee polling, act on complaints instantly, and impose immediate punitive actions for electoral violations. While the ECP asserts this reform ensures transparency and prevents past poll irregularities, critics argue it dangerously concentrates authority in …

ECP’s Power Grab: Magistrates Given Sweeping Authority in Elections Sparks Legal Outcry Read More »

The Parliament has passed the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill, which simultaneously introduced sweeping reforms in governance and tax policy. The new fiscal measures aim to widen the tax net, enhance the powers of the Federal Board of Revenue, and streamline enforcement under the banner of “economic stabilization.” However, the bill has sparked criticism from opposition …

Tax & Constitutional Reform Legislation Read More »