More power for Munir: Pak passes 27th amendment; army chief to be 1st CDF

Pakistan’s National Assembly has passed a significant constitutional amendment. This bill grants extensive powers to the army chief, Asim Munir, and reshapes the country’s judicial system. The legislation, which received overwhelming support, aims to consolidate control over key defense and judicial institutions. It establishes a new federal constitutional court and elevates the army chief’s authority over all three military branches.