Independent Thinking: Is Pakistan’s democracy on the brink?

Pakistan’s internal politics have become increasingly polarized ahead of the 8 February election. Why?

Audio Updated 5 February 2024 Published 2 February 2024 30 minute listen

On this episode

Bronwen Maddox is joined this week by Madiha Afzal, an author and research fellow at Brookings in Washington DC. Joining them are Dr Farzana Shaikh, an associate fellow with our Asia-Pacific Programme and Dr Chietigj Bajpaee, our senior research fellow for South Asia.

About Independent Thinking

Independent Thinking is a weekly international affairs podcast hosted by our director Bronwen Maddox, in conversation with leading policymakers, journalists, and Chatham House experts providing insight on the latest international issues.

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