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Speaker, deputy speaker for NA to be elected tomorrow

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Elections

ISLAMABAD: The outgoing Speaker National Assembly, Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, announced the schedule for the elections of the speaker and deputy speaker’s slots.

The elections for the posts of speaker and deputy speaker are scheduled to take place on Friday (March 1, 2024).

According to Article 53 of the Constitution of Pakistan, the National Assembly is mandated to elect a Speaker and Deputy Speaker at its first meeting following a general election, with the process taking precedence over any other business.

The voting process will be conducted through a secret ballot, with the candidate receiving the majority of votes being elected as the new speaker of the House.

Subsequently, the new speaker will announce the schedule for the deputy speaker’s election, which will follow the same procedure as the secret ballot. Strict security measures were implemented to ensure the safety of the session, with heavy contingents of police and Rangers deployed outside the Parliament House, and entry for unauthorized individuals onto the premises was prohibited.

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), President, Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has nominated Sardar Ayaz Sadiq for the position of Speaker of the National Assembly on behalf of PML-N, and Bilawal Bhutto has nominated Ghulam Mustafa Shah as the candidate for Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly on behalf of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP).

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Democratic continuity welcomed despite challenges: Caretaker PM Kakar

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Democratic continuity

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar says that peaceful elections were held despite the threats of terrorism, democratic continuity in the country is welcome despite the challenges. While holding a press conference in Islamabad, Caretaker PM Anwar ul Haq said that the security agencies played an important role in conducting the elections, it took a … Read more

Pakistani Celebrities Urge Fans to Cast Their Votes

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Singer Asim Azhar urges smart voting on Instagram, emphasizing the importance of informed choices. Actor Usman Khalid Butt advises verifying polling station details on Twitter. Mishi Khan and YouTuber Shahveer Jafry also use Twitter to spread awareness. As Pakistan gets ready for its general elections on February 8th, well-known singer Asim Azhar used social media … Read more

PPP initiates meetings with ANP, MWM, PAT ahead of elections

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PPP

In anticipation of the upcoming general elections, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has initiated the process of engaging with various political entities through its Raabta Committees. The PPP Raabta Committee has commenced discussions with the Awami National Party (ANP), focusing on the political landscape in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Karachi. Sources reveal that both parties, … Read more

Finance Division disburses Rs17.4bn to ECP for elections

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elections

The Finance Division announced releasing Rs17.4 billion to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for the forthcoming general elections. This disbursement supplements the Rs10 billion released in July 2023, bringing the total funds allocated for the elections to Rs27.4 billion. The Finance Ministry reiterated its dedication to providing funds as needed by the Election Commission … Read more

Gilani demands for fair elections to end favoritism impression

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Gilani
  • He claimed Asif Zardari and Blawal Bhutto Zardari on same page.
  • Gilani said PPP will continue to fight for rights people of  South Punjab.
  • He said PPP will not make seat adjustment in upcoming elections.

MULTAN: Farmer prime minister and Senior leader of Pakistan People’s Party(PPP) Yusuf Raza Gilani has said impression of favorite party should be ended now and free and fair elections should be held across the country.

Talking to the media in Lodhran, Yusuf Raza Gilani said that Bilawal Bhutto is giving his statements according to the current political situation of the country. He claimed that former president Asif Zardari and Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto are both on the same page. He said after the Quetta rally, the impression of the difference between Asif Zardari and Bilawal Bhutto has ended now.

In response to a question, while talking to the media, he said “I do not think that the People’s Party will make seat adjustments with anyone, the party thinks that it will contest the election with its manifesto”.

Yusuf Raza Gilani said that taking the PPP to the back foot does not matter and hoped that the party would play on the front foot in elections.

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Solangi rules out any crises on meeting financial need of ECP

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Solangi
  • The Cabinet had approved Rs 42 billion for budgetary needs of ECP.
  • Solangi said ECP approached to release Rs 17.4b out of budgeted amount.
  • He said whatever budgeted amount is needed by ECP, will be released .

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs Murtaza Solangi ruled out any “crisis on meeting the financial needs of the ECP” in order to hold free, fair and transparent general elections in the country.

“The Cabinet had approved Rs 42 billion for the budgetary needs of the ECP. An amount of Rs 10 billion was already released,” the minister wrote on X formerly Twitter.

He said the Election Commission of Pakistan had approached to release Rs 17.4 billion, out of the budgeted amount.

“Whatever budgeted amount is needed by the ECP, will be released as per its needs accordingly,” Solangi added. He said the caretaker government firmly stood behind the ECP in holding free and fair elections as mandated by Article 218(3) of the Constitution.

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Govt to provide maximum facilities to ECP for holding fair polls: Solangi

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Solangi
  • He said this during meeting with delegation of IPRI.
  • The current political and economic situation of country.
  • The role of media in elections also discussed in meeting.

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs Murtaza Solangi said the caretaker government was committed to conduct free, fair and transparent elections and it would  provide all possible facilities to the Election Commission of Pakistan for conducting elections.

He said this during a meeting with the delegation of Islamabad Policy Research Institute (IPRI), which wad led by its President Major General (retd) Raza Muhammad.

The current political and economic situation of the country, elimination of fake news and disinformation, upcoming general elections, social media issues, and elections in other countries of South Asia were discussed in the meeting.

The delegation informed the minister  about the IPRI’s latest research on the political scenario of the country, and appreciated the caretaker government’s commitment for conducting free, fair and transparent elections.

“Equal opportunities are being provided to all political parties, there will be no discrimination against anyone,” Murtaza Solangi said.

He said for improvement of the political environment in the country, development of consensus among all political parties was indispensable.

The minister said the world was facing the problems of misinformation, disinformation and fake news, while the latter was the biggest challenge on social media.

All stakeholders would have to play their role in ending fake news, he maintained.

The role of media in the upcoming general elections was also discussed in the meeting.

Solangi said the media would be provided a conducive environment during the elections. Equal coverage was being given to all political parties on state media, he added.

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PPP is fully prepared for election: Zardari

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PPP Zardari election

The former president and PPP co-chairperson Asif Ali Zardari stated that Pakistan People’s Party is fully prepared for election. Asif Ali Zardari expressed full confidence in the Election Commission of Pakistan in conducting free and fair election. PPP is the only party which has the ability to fight elections in all kinds of environment, said … Read more

General Elections 2024:ECP decides to introduce digital information app for elections

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ECP
  • ECP formulated strategy to issue cards to international observers.
  • Digital information app will be launched for timely delivery of information.
  • A desk for international observers will be established at Central Secretariat.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan(ECP)has decided to introduce a digital information app for general elections.

According to the details, the Election Commission is preparing for the general elections and ECP has formulated a strategy to issue cards to international observers, while it has been decided to introduce a digital information app for the timely delivery of information.

According to sources, the printing of special features accreditation cards for international observers is in the final stages.

The international observers will be able to apply for and get visas through the online service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs should provide the complete list of international observers to the Election Commission.

The sources of the Election Commission said that the security clearance of the international observers will be done by the Ministry of Interior and the letters have been sent to most of the forums including the European Union, and Commonwealth.

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ECP to appoint a total of 1,007,361 officers across country for elections

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ECP elections

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has compiled a comprehensive list of officials who will play vital roles during the electoral process. The list includes presiding officers, assistant presiding officers, and polling staff. The Election Commission has revealed that a total of 1,007,361 officers will be appointed nationwide to ensure the smooth conduct of the … Read more

ECP allows domestic, foreign observers to monitor elections via open-door policy

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ECP

In a move to ensure transparency in the electoral process, the Election Commission of Pakistan has extended an invitation to foreign observers. The commission is committed to maintaining an open-door policy, allowing both domestic and foreign observers to monitor the elections closely. Foreign observers who wish to participate in this crucial role must first obtain … Read more

SC to hear case of elections in 90-days on Oct 23

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elections

The Supreme Court of Pakistan is set to hear the case regarding holding of general elections in country within 90-days on October 23. The three-member bench, led by Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Isa and including Justices Aminuddin Khan and Athar Minullah, will hear the case. Various parties, including the Supreme Court bar and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf … Read more

US supports free, fair elections in Pakistan, not regime change

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US supports

WASHINGTON: Describing Pakistan as a “valued partner”, the United States has reiterated that it does not support regime change and looks forward to free and fair elections in the country. “We do not support regime change,” State Department Spokesperson Mathew Miller said in a firm tone while responding to questions from a Pakistani correspondent at … Read more

Meta shares approach to protect election disinformation in Pakistan

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Meta elections

ISLAMABAD: Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) Secretary Umar Hameed held a meeting with representatives of Facebook-owner Meta Platforms. The secretary briefed on the election commission’s actions regarding elections and media. Meta showed videos to the ECP regarding violence during elections and misinformation, F Meta emphasized the participation of women, youth, people with disabilities, transgender people, … Read more

ECP to announce early election schedule amid uncertainty

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ECP

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is considering announcing the election scheduled early to end uncertainty related to the elections in the country. According to well-placed sources, the election commission has started considering releasing the early schedule of the general elections. The election commission continues to hold consultations on releasing the general election schedule. … Read more

PPP urges ECP to announce election date immediately

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PPP ECP

Bilawal read a resolution after two-day meeting of CEC. PPP urged ECP to announce election date immediately. It urged to provide level-playing political field to the party. LAHORE: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has demanded the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) immediately announce the election date and schedule and provide a level-playing field to the … Read more

US urges Pakistan to hold free, fair and timely elections

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US Pakistan

US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized on Pakistan holding free, fair and timely general elections. Miller urged the authorities of Pakistan to conduct the election process in accordance with the laws and Constitution of Pakistan. Miller stated that human rights, fundamental freedoms and the rule of law must be respected in every country including … Read more

Pakistanis have right to choose their leader through fair elections: US senator

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US Senator

US Senator Chris Van Hollen emphasized the importance of Pakistanis having the right to choose their leaders through fair and transparent elections. In a recent gathering organized by Dr. Mubasher Chaudhry, a prominent figure in the Pakistani medical community, US Senator Chris Van Hollen shared his thoughts on various topics. The event, hosted for Apna, … Read more

ECP starts staff training on Election Management System

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ECP

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has commenced the training of polling staff on the Election Management System (EMS) for the upcoming general elections. EMS operators will be trained from September 14 to 16 at the Election Commission Secretariat. While regional, provincial and district election commissioners have been already trained in July. A two-day training … Read more

General elections likely to be held on 28 Jan 2024

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elections

Sources privy to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to hold general elections in the last week of January 2024 and most likely on January 28th. The election commission has prepared a proposed schedule for the upcoming elections, the sources reported. Added that ECP has recommended the dates from January 27 to 30 for the … Read more

PPP urges CEC to conduct elections within 90 days

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PPP ECP

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) delegation on Tuesday visited the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to hold consultations on a roadmap for the upcoming general elections. PPP delegation comprising Nayyer Bukhari, Sherry Rehman, Murad Ali Shah, Naveed Qamar, Taj Haider, and Faisal Karim Kundi visited the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for a consultative meeting. … Read more

MQM delegation meets ECP officials over election issue

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MQM ECP

A delegation of Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) on Monday engaged in talks with the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to discuss the upcoming general elections. A four-member MQM delegation headed by Dr. Farooq Sattar has reached the Election Commission to meet the ECP officials. MQM leaders Javed Hanif, Zahid Malik and Yasir are also included … Read more

PPP demands for holding elections within 90 days  

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PPP
  • A delegation of PPP will go to ECP on August 29.
  • PPP serious reservations about digital census.
  • Elections cannot be delayed on basis of delimitation.

KARACHI:  Pakistan People’s Party has demanded holding of the general elections in the country within 90 days as required by the constitution, urging that pushing the country towards a constitutional and political crisis should be avoided through unjustified delay in the election.

Vice President PPP Sherry Rehman has said that her party will make its future strategy, in the light of the situation arising from the meeting of the party delegation with the top officials of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), in its next meeting of the Central Executive Committee due in Lahore.

Vice President PPP Sherry Rehman, Secretary General Syed Nayyar Hussain Bukhari, Shazia Mari and Faisal Karim Kundi held a presser at Bilawal House to inform about the deliberations taken during the CEC meeting in Bilawal House.

Sherry Rehman told that the meeting of the CEC under the joint chair of Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Co-Chairman Asif Ali Zardari. She said that the focus of the meeting was on the country’s ongoing economic crisis, increasing poverty, increase in petrol and electricity tariff, and unchecked inflation as well as the solution to these problems. She said that the meeting also formulated a strategy for relief activities in view of the flood situation in Punjab.

Former federal minister said that the CEC meeting also reviewed the situation regarding the general elections in the country and the party has a clear stand in this regard that the constitution is clear regarding holding elections in 90 days, hence, there should be no ambiguity about it. “A delegation of the party will go to the Election Commission on August 29 and place the party’s position before the Election Commission.”

Ms Rehman said that the PPP has serious reservations about the digital census, adding that elections cannot be delayed on the basis of delimitation of constituencies as numbers of seats remain unchanged in provinces according to the census.

Meanwhile, Syed Nayyar Bukhari said that the constitution mentions holding general elections for 90 days, but delimitation of the constituencies are not mentioned.

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Plea filed in LHC to oblige president on fixing election date

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President Alvi election

Application has been filed by Muqasit Saleem Advocate. Principal Secretary to President, the Federal Govt and ECP have been made parties. Urged LHC to ensure elections within 90 days. An application has been filed in the Lahore High Court (LHC) to oblige President Dr Arif Alvi on fixing the date of general elections. The application … Read more

ECP to consult with major political parties for upcoming polls

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  • The ECP  will hold separate consultations with parties.
  • All political parties will be taken into confidence.
  • Elections will be held after delimitation of constituencies.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan(ECP) has decided to consult with the major political parties of the country.

The Election Commission will hold separate consultations with the political parties in which the parties will be taken into confidence regarding the elections.

After announcing that the general elections will be held in the new constituencies as per the approved census. The Election Commission will officially start the new constituencies while the final delimitation process will be completed by December 14.

Under the first phase, constituency committees will be formed from today and will be established in all provinces including the federal capital. These committees will get necessary data including district maps, and population from the provincial governments.

In the second phase, the committees will collect the census report and other information at the district level by August 31.

In the third phase, the 4-day training of the constituency committees will begin from September 1 and the committees will be informed by determining the population quota for the seats of the national and provincial assemblies.

The preliminary constituencies will be completed from September 8 to October 7, after which the details of the preliminary constituencies will be published on October 9.

Objections or suggestions can be filed from October 10 to November 8 and the Election Commission will hear these objections from October 10 to December 9.

According to the Election Commission, the constituencies will be finalized on December 14.

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ECP instructs caretaker’s governments to ensure transparent polls

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  • ECP once again sent a warning letter interim governments.
  • Caretaker Govt should not influence conduct of transparent polls.
  • Governments should not obstruct conduct of transparent elections.

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has directed federal and provincial caretakers governments to ensure free and fair elections in the country.

The Election Commission has once again sent a warning letter to the caretaker federal and provincial governments, asking them to desist from taking steps to jeopardize the elections.

In the letter written by the Election Commission, it was clarified that the caretaker governments should not be involved in such work which may threaten the conduct of elections and governments should not obstruct the conduct of transparent elections.

According to the text of the letter, caretaker governments should not influence the conduct of transparent elections in any way. The caretaker governments should be limited to the powers given under the Election Act, 2017.

Earlier, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) warned the caretaker government of Punjab against taking decisions related to major initiatives.

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PSB suspends PHF officials to ensure fair elections

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PSB suspends PHF officials to ensure fair elections

PSB has suspended the office-bearers of the PHF. The suspension comes after the Prime Minister’s office instructions. The PSB will conduct a scrutiny of the hockey clubs. In a significant development, the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has taken the decision to suspend officials from the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), aiming to ensure transparent and unbiased … Read more

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