Whispers of a Coup in Pakistan? Mohsin Naqvi's Explosive Corruption Claims and Power Play Shake Shehbaz Sharif Government
Key Highlights:
- Naqvi's Power Play: Backed by Army Chief General Asim Munir, Naqvi has been openly challenging the civilian setup, advocating for new administrative provinces and taking direct swipes at the established governance structure.
- Friction with Ruling Coalition: Defense Minister Khawaja Asif fiercely retaliated, criticizing Naqvi for his minimal participation in cabinet and parliamentary sessions and pointing out that he acts unaccountable to the Prime Minister.
- Military Overreach Speculation: Defense analysts, including Sandeep Unnithan, suggest that these moves are orchestrated to consolidate General Munir's absolute grip on power, potentially sidelining PM Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari amid rising civilian discontent.