Why India needs to understand the new Pakistan | A Frontline Webinar

Описание: In the latest edition of Frontline webinars, independent journalist Amit Baruah is in conversation with former R&AW Pakistan desk head Ramanathan Kumar. The two dissect the implications of Pakistan’s recently passed 27th Constitutional Amendment—a sweeping overhaul that elevates army chief Asim Munir to a new “Chief of Defence Forces” role, places all three armed services under his command, and grants him lifetime legal immunity. Passed by a two-thirds parliamentary majority, the amendment also restructures Pakistan’s judiciary: it removes the Supreme Court’s power over constitutional matters and establishes a new Federal Constitutional Court whose judges will be appointed by the executive. Critics argue that these changes represent a dramatic consolidation of military power and a sharp erosion of judicial independence.

For India, this is not just about Pakistan’s internal politics—it fundamentally reshapes the balance of power in the region. With a trigger-happy Field Marshal protected for life and commanding the entire military, Pakistan’s civil-military equilibrium could tilt decisively toward a more authoritarian and militarised state. Ramanathan Kumar and Amit Baruah explore how the amendment raises serious questions about democratic checks, legal accountability, and how India should recalibrate its approach to a new Pakistan.

Perfect for:
1) Students of international relations
2) Political analysts
3) Experts on military affairs
4) Experts on parliamentary affairs
5) Academics & civil servants

Highlights:
-- Expert analysis on Pakistan's latest constitutional amendment
-- India-Pakistan diplomatic ties
-- Potential Pakistani involvement in the recent Delhi bomb blast
-- Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's enduring popularity

Credits:
Host: Amit Baruah
Produced by Saatvika Radhakrishna

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