Pakistan’s government has undertaken a significant initiative to restructure the highest echelons of military command through amendments to Article 243 of the constitution, which regulates the armed forces. These reforms, aimed at enhancing procedural clarity and administrative efficiency within the armed forces, form a key component of the broader 27th Constitutional Amendment. The 27th Amendment, which encompasses changes to judicial structures, federal-provincial relations, and military command hierarchies, was approved by both houses of Pakistan’s Parliament in early November.
These modifications have effectively positioned all key military institutions, including the leadership of the Navy and Air Force, under the direct authority of the army chief. This has empowered the army chief’s office to such an extent that compliance with his directives is imperative for all involved parties.
Although the government has characterized these reforms as essential modernization, critics have expressed concerns regarding th
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