Pakistan Army Amendment Bill 2023

Pakistan Army Amendment Bill 2023
Territorial extentPakistan
Status: Unknown

The Pakistan Army Amendment Bill 2023 aims to modify the clauses within the Pakistan Army Act of 1952. Its purpose is to establish the foundational framework for the establishment and continuous upkeep of the National Army.[1] The bill was approved by both the Senate and National Assembly and sent to President Arif Alvi for his signature. The bill, along with the Official Secrets (Amendment) Bill 2023, has been widely criticized by lawmakers from both the opposition and treasury benches.[2][3]

  1. ^ "After Senate, NA approves Pakistan Army Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023". Thenews.com.pk. 2023-08-01. Retrieved 2023-08-22.
  2. ^ Updated Thursday Jul 27 2023 (2023-07-27). "Fact-check: Army (Amendment) Bill 2023 will only apply to serving and retired military officers". Geo.tv. Retrieved 2023-08-22.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  3. ^ "Pakistan: Government seeks to criminalize criticism of the military - International Press Institute". Ipi.media. 21 February 2023. Retrieved 2023-08-22.