Pakistan economy
Political tensions intensify in Pakistan amid massive protests
The police have resorted to heavy use of tear gas shelling, resulting in violent clashes. The political crisis in the country has only worsened with the ousting of Imran Khan as the Prime Minister in a no-confidence-motion last month
Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan ousted by parliament
Khan had previously dissolved the parliament in the face a no-confidence motion but it was reinstated following a Supreme Court ruling on Thursday April 7
Pakistan’s Imran Khan govt. struggles with political crisis and IMF negotiations amid mass discontent
The Pakistani government’s discussions with the IMF have hit a roadblock after it reduced fuel prices and announced a tax amnesty. Meanwhile, opposition parties have called for a no-confidence motion
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