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Waqas Ahmed on Pakistan’s Constitutional Coup and the Rise of Asim Munir
Episode 16
Sunday, 9 November, 2025
In this Afghan Eye Podcast episode, host Sangar Paykhar speaks with Pakistani investigative journalist Waqas Ahmed about the 27th Constitutional Amendment, a move that could fundamentally reshape Pakistan’s political future.The discussion explores how this amendment, introduced on 8 November 2025, effectively elevates Field Marshal Asim Munir to an all-powerful, constitutionally protected position as Chief of Defence Forces, beyond civilian oversight. Critics say this change dismantles the 1973 Constitution’s democratic balance and cements a permanent military state.Waqas Ahmed shares exclusive insights on: 🇵🇰 The military’s role in removing Imran Khan ⚖️ How the new amendment destroys civilian supremacy 💣 Why Pakistan’s nuclear control structure is being re-engineered 💵 The geopolitical motives behind refugee expulsions and renewed U.S. alignment 🤝 What this means for Afghanistan, India, and the wider regionThis is a deep dive into Pakistan’s drift toward authoritarianism, its regional ambitions, and the dangers of unchecked military power, explained by one of Pakistan’s most outspoken journalists.🎙️ Guest: Waqas Ahmed — Investigative Journalist (The Intercept, DropSite News, Express Tribune)Follow him on X: @worqas Subscribe for more in-depth analysis on Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the region.👉 Follow us on:X (Twitter): @AFGEYEInstagram: @afghaneyeinstaPatreon: patreon.com/AfgeyeWebsite: www.afghaneye.netSupport the show♦ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Afgeye ♦ PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/afghaneye ♦ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afghaneyeinsta/ ♦ X: https://X.com/AfgEye♦ Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yb4sz7bh ♦ Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/ycjlytsz ♦ Google Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/y5qsvqq2
