Pervez Musharraf, the President of Pakistan, announced that he will hold a referendum in May this year to determine whether the people of Pakistan want him to continue to govern the country after the restoration of civilian rule. General Musharraf stated that the aim of the referendum is to provide true and genuine democracy in Pakistan. He mentioned that he would not allow former Prime Ministers Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif to return to the country to hold government positions. General Musharraf came to power in 1999 through a bloodless coup and later declared himself the President of Pakistan. According to Musharraf, he wants to extend his rule to ensure the continuation of the political and economic reforms he has implemented in the country.
Referendum on the Continuation of Pervez Musharraf's Rule - 2002-04-05
Pervez Musharraf announced a referendum for May 2002 to decide if he should continue his rule after restoring civilian governance. He aims to present genuine democracy while preventing former leaders Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif from returning to power. This move is significant as it reflects Musharraf's desire to maintain control amidst political reforms.
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📰 What Happened
Pervez Musharraf announced a referendum to decide if he should continue his presidency after restoring civilian rule. He aims to ensure political stability while barring former leaders from returning to power.
- The referendum is scheduled for May 2002.
- Musharraf came to power in a coup in 1999 and has since declared himself President.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Musharraf's rule began with a coup, and his governance has been marked by efforts to implement reforms while facing opposition from established political leaders.
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