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Delays, deals, nepo babies, trends and vote rigging: Five takeaways from Pakistan’s elections
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Supporters of Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif' party 'Pakistan Muslim League-N' dance to celebrate their party victory in the initial results of the country's parliamentary election, in Lahore, Pakistan, Friday, Feb. 9, 2024. - photo by AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary
LAHORE, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistan held parliamentary election l ast Thursday, with 44 parties fighting for a share of 266 seats in the National Assembly, or lower house of parliament. A further 70 seats have been reserved for minorities and women. If no party wins a majority of 169 seats, the one with the biggest share can form a coalition government.