Tag: If the elections do not result in a clear majority for anyone

If the elections do not result in a clear majority for anyone, as analysts predict, it will be difficult to overcome several challenges. The main one is to seek a new International Monetary Fund (IMF) rescue program after the current one expires in March. The first unofficial results are expected a few hours after voting closes at 5 p.m. and a clear picture should emerge early on Friday. Smaller political parties could play a crucial role in forming a government that needs 169 seats in the 336-member National Assembly. Voters elect 266 members directly, while 70 reserved seats (60 for women and 10 for non-Muslims) are allocated according to the number of seats won by each party. , independents, many of whom are supported by Khan, will be able to join any party if they win, ...