The Senate of Pakistan is gearing up for crucial proceedings as newly-elected senators are set to take oath and elections for the chairman and deputy chairman positions are scheduled. With 85 senators expected to be sworn in, the house of 96 members anticipates a significant political event. However, the elections on 11 seats in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have been postponed, leading to controversy and accusations of “poll robbery” by Prime Minister Imran Khan’s PTI party. The delay in KP has raised concerns about potential manipulation of the upper house’s composition.
The nomination of former Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani by the Pakistan Peoples Party for the chairman post highlights the intense competition for top positions. Meanwhile, the absence of a nominee from PTI for the chairman’s post signals further political intrigue and maneuvering. As alliances and voting strategies unfold, the outcome of the Senate’s leadership elections remains uncertain.