Pakistan Opposition Demands PM Imran Khan Resign In 24 Hours

Thousands of Pakistani opposition party supporters rallied on Tuesday to demand that PM Imran Khan step down or face a no-confidence vote in parliament, accusing him of mismanaging the economy and poor governance.

Pakistan is in the midst of an election campaign that could lead to political turmoil. The PPP, which was founded by assassinated former prime minister Benazir Bhutto, is leading the opposition campaign. This could mean trouble for the military, who often determine who rules in Pakistan.

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Bilawal Bhutto, the son of former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, told a rally in Islamabad on Sunday that he expects Nawaz Sharif to resign within 24 hours and face an election.

“Or be prepared for a no-confidence move.”

After leading his upstart party to a general election victory, Khan’s critics said he had the backing of the military.

Both Khan and the military denied that there was a coup.

Opposition members and political analysts now say that the former cricket star has lost the backing of the military but both Khan and the army deny this.

Opposition leaders say that Khan has lost support from the public because of high inflation, a rising current account deficit and depleting foreign reserves.

PM Imran Khan has rejected the accusations, stating that he is doing what is necessary to address economic problems. He has also warned the opposition of unspecified consequences if they try to force a no-confidence vote.

The opposition is trying to win over 11 members of parliament in order to force a no-confidence vote against Khan’s party.

Last year, Khan won a no-confidence vote by six votes.

Pakistan’s next general election is due by 2023.

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