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Pakistan dissolves provincial government led by Imran Khan allies
Pakistan's federal government has suspended a provincial administration controlled by supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, marking an escalation in political tensions between the competing factions.
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The suspension of the provincial government represents a significant move in Pakistan's ongoing political struggle between Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and the ruling coalition government led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Authorities cited administrative and governance concerns as the basis for the action, though the move comes amid a broader conflict between the federal center and PTI-controlled provincial authorities. The decision signals intensifying friction over regional power-sharing arrangements and has raised concerns about political stability in the country.
Imran Khan, who was ousted from the premiership in April 2022, has maintained significant support among his party's provincial leadership and grassroots followers. His allies have continued to challenge federal policies through their regional administrations, creating friction with Sharif's coalition government.
The suspension could trigger legal challenges and further political confrontation, as PTI leaders have previously resisted attempts to curtail their provincial authority. The move underscores the deep divisions within Pakistan's political landscape as the country approaches electoral cycles and grapples with economic challenges.