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#Pakistanis go to the polls on Thursday. Here's one bright spot in the data: armed attacks on politicians are down to a quarter of the level they were a decade ago. Yet, the political outlook includes a combustible mix of economic turmoil, border tensions, and rising militancy. That's before we get to concerns about security at the voting stations, low turnout and risks of military intervention in a country where no prime minister has ever completed their elected term in office. Read our Election Watch report for more on the risks >>  https://bit.ly/3wbbMjG

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As part of Bashar al-Assad’s efforts to re-engineer power centers within the #Ba'ath Party, the elections held during the General Conference in May 2024 increased the number of Central Committee members to 125, with Assad appointing 45 of them. Military members, those affiliated with militias, security and #military networks, or those under sanctions, constitute 63.2% of the total. The elections highlight the significant presence of the Alawite faction in power centers, making up 32% of the committee. Data analysis indicates that Bashar al-Assad has formed a solid bloc within the party, allowing him to transform the Ba'ath Party from a nominal political vessel focused solely on mobilization and state control into a political force that enhances his authority and ensures his continuity, regardless of the future political landscape. Author: Muhsen AL Mustafa Fore More: https://bit.ly/474vR9U

Five things on our mind this week in Africa: #Ghana Who will win the general elections? #Chad How will the exit of French military troops impact the country’s security environment? #Somalia Is the electoral reform process under threat? #Namibia How will contentions over the election affect the political landscape? #Senegal Is president Faye seeking overhaul relations with France? More in our weekly newsletter - https://lnkd.in/dDNBswzi

20th Amendment (2012)   Purpose: Ensured free and fair elections by empowering the Election Commission of Pakistan and defining caretaker governments.   21st Amendment (2015)   Purpose: Established military courts for the trial of terrorism cases (limited time frame).   22nd Amendment (2016)   Purpose: Revised the eligibility criteria for members of the Election Commission.   23rd Amendment (2017)   Purpose: Extended the tenure of military courts for terrorism-related cases.   24th Amendment (2017)   Purpose: Amended constituency delimitations based on the 2017 census.   25th Amendment (2018)   Purpose: Merged the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) into Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.   26th Amendment (2019)   Purpose: Increased the number of seats for tribal districts in the National Assembly and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly.  Let me know if you'd like a deeper analysis of any amendment!

Thanks for sharing. This is a great resource. What we're doing at Legitimate will contribute significantly, by giving an actionable option to platforms to reduce disinformation by providing transparency around where content is coming from. #disinformation #electionintegrity #elections2024

Rahul Gandhi's election promises have sparked significant debate. Issues like caste-based discrimination in the military, land redistribution, nationalization of resources, and direct financial aid to citizens need careful evaluation. Voters must critically assess these promises and their implications to make an informed decision. #RahulGandhi #ElectionPromises #FutureOfIndia #Leadership #Elections2024

#Nato member #turkish #state commits #crimesagainsthumanity daily!! New Attacks: Turkish crimes in the run up to Elections in #Rojava/ North-East #Syria ❌ Civilians killed and injured ❌ large scale destruction of essential crops ❌ Threat of renewed invasion Amid renewed attacks by Turkey, preparations for the municipal elections in northeastern Syria are in full swing. In mid-June, millions will go to the polls to elect their representatives in the grassroots democratic structures of the people’s councils and the co-chairs of the municipalities. This extraordinary democratic model, which protects minority rights & guarantees women a central role in all aspects of life, is a thorn in Turkey’s side. It is highly likely that Turkey & ISIS will attempt to sabotage the elections. For more Information: Article: https://lnkd.in/dNhzPfSV #warcrimes #Turkishstateterror #Rojava #Elections

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