The document summarizes the historic participation of women voters in FATA's 2013 general elections. It notes that female voter turnout reached 34.3%, representing a significant increase. It highlights several developments, including the first ever female political candidate from FATA, Badam Zari. It provides agency-wise details of female voter registration and turnout. While turnout was high in some areas like Mohmand, in other areas women faced obstacles voting or had male relatives vote on their behalf. The increased participation of women is seen as an encouraging sign of changing political dynamics and demand for reform in FATA's conservative society.
”Before getting too tangle up in analyzing why a record number of people failed to vote in Hawaii’s general election this year [2014] , I offer a one-word answer: Boredom. And when a political diva like me finds an election boring, you know there is a problem. I am normally thrilled by local politics. What about the hundreds of thousands of Hawaii voters who are already registered yet refuse to go to the polls? That’s almost half of the state’s 706,890 registered voters. These people are in the habit of not voting; you could even say they are addicted to not voting. It will be difficult to change their behavior. Projects like “No Vote, No Grumble” are well meaning but silly. Telling a non-voter that it is bad for him to ignore his civic duty to vote is akin to telling an addicted smoker, “Smoking is harmful to your health.” Maybe it would work to poke fun at the non-voters, like current TV commercials that show arrested drunken drivers looking like idiots when they are incarcerated. That might be useless, too, but at least the commercials won’t be boring.” – Denby Fawcett, Common Cause. Published in Honolulu Civil Beat <http: /> [Clarification Supplied]
"Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting."
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt
“In reality, there is no such thing as not voting: you either vote by voting, or you vote by staying home and tacitly doubling the value of some Diehard's vote.”
- David Foster Wallace
Submitted on March 19, 2013, this letter to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) contains urgent recommendations from the FATA Committee and also from 54 tribal political leaders from all seven agences and the frontier regions of FATA. The letter is also being delivered to the President of Pakistan, the KP governor, the FATA Secretariat, the SAFRON Ministry and NADRA. Copies will be received by the leaders of all 11 political parties on the FATA Committee (ANP, JI, JUI-F, MQM, NP, PkMAP, PML-N, PML, PPP, PTI and QWP) as well as the members of the Senate Special Committee on Election Issues and the outgoing National Assembly Sub-committee on Electoral Laws. --- Political Parties Campaign in Historic FATA Elections. URDU version of the full statement of the FATA Committee is available here: http://www.slideshare.net/FATAparties/fata-committee-news-release-14-march-2013-urdu ---- For a Microsoft Word version of the press release, visit the following link: http://goo.gl/sJvaw
Political Parties Campaign in Historic FATA Elections. URDU version of the full statement of the FATA Committee is available here: http://www.slideshare.net/FATAparties/fata-committee-news-release-14-march-2013-urdu ---- For a Microsoft Word version of the press release, visit the following link: http://goo.gl/sJvaw
The Myanmar Elections: Results and Implications MYO AUNG Myanmar
Crisis Group Asia Briefing N°147
Yangon/Brussels, 9 December 2015
I. Overview
The 8 November elections were a major waypoint in Myanmar’s transition from authoritarian
rule. Holding a peaceful, orderly vote in a context of little experience of
electoral democracy, deep political fissures and ongoing armed conflict in several
areas was a major achievement for all political actors, the election commission and
the country as a whole. The victorious National League for Democracy (NLD) needs
to use the four-month transitional period before it takes power at the end of March
2016 wisely, identifying key appointees early so that they have as much time as possible to prepare for the substantial challenges ahead.
”Before getting too tangle up in analyzing why a record number of people failed to vote in Hawaii’s general election this year [2014] , I offer a one-word answer: Boredom. And when a political diva like me finds an election boring, you know there is a problem. I am normally thrilled by local politics. What about the hundreds of thousands of Hawaii voters who are already registered yet refuse to go to the polls? That’s almost half of the state’s 706,890 registered voters. These people are in the habit of not voting; you could even say they are addicted to not voting. It will be difficult to change their behavior. Projects like “No Vote, No Grumble” are well meaning but silly. Telling a non-voter that it is bad for him to ignore his civic duty to vote is akin to telling an addicted smoker, “Smoking is harmful to your health.” Maybe it would work to poke fun at the non-voters, like current TV commercials that show arrested drunken drivers looking like idiots when they are incarcerated. That might be useless, too, but at least the commercials won’t be boring.” – Denby Fawcett, Common Cause. Published in Honolulu Civil Beat <http: /> [Clarification Supplied]
"Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting."
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt
“In reality, there is no such thing as not voting: you either vote by voting, or you vote by staying home and tacitly doubling the value of some Diehard's vote.”
- David Foster Wallace
Submitted on March 19, 2013, this letter to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) contains urgent recommendations from the FATA Committee and also from 54 tribal political leaders from all seven agences and the frontier regions of FATA. The letter is also being delivered to the President of Pakistan, the KP governor, the FATA Secretariat, the SAFRON Ministry and NADRA. Copies will be received by the leaders of all 11 political parties on the FATA Committee (ANP, JI, JUI-F, MQM, NP, PkMAP, PML-N, PML, PPP, PTI and QWP) as well as the members of the Senate Special Committee on Election Issues and the outgoing National Assembly Sub-committee on Electoral Laws. --- Political Parties Campaign in Historic FATA Elections. URDU version of the full statement of the FATA Committee is available here: http://www.slideshare.net/FATAparties/fata-committee-news-release-14-march-2013-urdu ---- For a Microsoft Word version of the press release, visit the following link: http://goo.gl/sJvaw
Political Parties Campaign in Historic FATA Elections. URDU version of the full statement of the FATA Committee is available here: http://www.slideshare.net/FATAparties/fata-committee-news-release-14-march-2013-urdu ---- For a Microsoft Word version of the press release, visit the following link: http://goo.gl/sJvaw
The Myanmar Elections: Results and Implications MYO AUNG Myanmar
Crisis Group Asia Briefing N°147
Yangon/Brussels, 9 December 2015
I. Overview
The 8 November elections were a major waypoint in Myanmar’s transition from authoritarian
rule. Holding a peaceful, orderly vote in a context of little experience of
electoral democracy, deep political fissures and ongoing armed conflict in several
areas was a major achievement for all political actors, the election commission and
the country as a whole. The victorious National League for Democracy (NLD) needs
to use the four-month transitional period before it takes power at the end of March
2016 wisely, identifying key appointees early so that they have as much time as possible to prepare for the substantial challenges ahead.
As Burmese troops and their allies have progressively seized control of KIA areas, drug production has been increasing. The main opium growing areas in Kachin State are now in Chipwi and Waingmaw townships, under the control of the Burma Army and its local Border Guard Forces led by Zakhung Ting Ying, a National Assembly MP. In northern Shan State, opium is booming in areas under the Burma Army and thirteen government militia forces, four of whose leaders are MPs in the Shan State Assembly. Opium, heroin and methamphetamines are flooding from these government-controlled areas into Kachin communities, worsening existing problems of drug abuse, particularly among youth. It is estimated that about one third of students in Myitkyina and Bhamo universities are injecting drug users.
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Voices from FATA (newsletter, CAMP, April 2013)fatanews
Dear Readers,
In welcoming 2013, we present the ‘Elections Special Edition’ of Voices from FATA for January to April, bringing you news, views and analysis from the tribal regions of Pakistan. The Communities for Change (CFC) project has officially ended in March 2013, but CAMP continues its commitment to highlight issues affecting the lives of people of FATA, and expresses hope that the FATA Tribal Network will also maintain its efforts in development work k for the tribal region. Thus, we will carry on an e-nnewsletter ‘Voices from FATA’ into 2013 and beyond to enlighten readers about the tribal and its issues.
As 20013 is election year, we bring you highlights from th he manifestos of the main political partiies with a strong presence in FATA and views from their representatives in relation to their future strategy and plan of action for this area. These general elections have proven historic because it is the first time that political parties are campaigning in the tribal region, owing to the extension of the Political Parties Order 2002 to FATA.
Download the complete newsletter: http://www.camp.org.pk/node/527
The voices of the majority of Afghans are simply not heard nor heeded in the corridors of power in Kabul, Washington, New York, and Brussels. Inevitably, much of the policy discussion about Afghanistan in the country and around the world focuses on the big picture. While not claiming to be statistically representative
of the Afghan population, Take the Guns Away highlights the views of some Afghans, including farmers, teachers, housewives, and shopkeepers.Their views should, as much as any other, influence the many decisions facing Afghanistan
Project on gender equality in Pakistan - ODS5Grupo Areté
🎓Asignatura: Historia de los países de habla inglesa / History of english-speaking countries.
✏ Título: Project on gender equality in Pakistan
🌏Objetivo 5: Igualdad de género y empoderamiento de la mujer / Goal 5: Gender equality and women's empowerment
By: María Valle Garrido
Women's initiative of learning & leadership.Salman
The 2013 elections marked an increase in women’s participation in mainstream
politics in Pakistan. Not only did more women compete in the elections than ever
before, the 2013 election results saw a record 214 women elected to national and
provincial assemblies. However, although all the main parties have women’s wings,
men still dominate the leadership ranks, and many experienced women were denied
the chance to contest directly for seats in parliament. Of the new women entrants
in 2013, only 16 were elected in general seats; the rest entered parliament through
reserved slots. As a result, this new numerical strength has not translated into women
having decision-making influence or serving in key government positions.
Vibhuti patel long march of indian women asian age 14 4-2019 pg11VIBHUTI PATEL
For the 17th Lok Sabha election,
major political parties
have again shied away
from fielding women. The
Bharatiya Janata Party
(BJP) and Congress, two of the
biggest political outfits in the country,
have given less than 12 per cent
seats to women.
Under-representation of women in
seat distribution for candidature in
the Upper and Lower Houses of the
Parliament of India and for
Legislative Assemblies and
Legislative Councils of the state
government has been debated in
SAARC countries time and again.
Our neighbouring countries have
women’s quota in parliament as follows:
Bangladesh - 13 per cent (2008),
Pakistan - 17.5 per cent (2002) and
Nepal - 33 per cent (2016).
This Presentation illustrates the status of women's participation in national & local level politics in Bangladesh. it also shows why women are lagging behind in politics. Hope this presentation will help readers to know about the condition of women in politics in Bangladesh.
Political Participation and Representation of Women in Jammu and Kashmir Poli...paperpublications3
Abstract: Women constitute half of the world population, but they are the largest excluded category in almost all respects. Women are neglected at family, community and societal levels and living as an oppressed class. Historically they have been exposed to extreme form of physical, sexual and psychological violence and enjoy least socio -economic status. They have been victims of gender based violence and their miseries got intensified further due to patriarchal nature of society. Women attempted diversified strategies to liberate themselves from shackles of exploitation and feminism was a major response to challenge patriarchy at global platform as well as within national boundaries.
Like other states of India the position of women in the state of Jammu and kashmir remained subordinate all over the state. Moreover the problems of women have been further enhanced due to age old political trauna in the state. However from the early decades of 20th century, women in the state of J & K got conscious about their subjugation due to emergence of political conciousness, expansion of modern education, spread of cultural awareness and deterioration of economic conditions. Women participated in socio -political movements in 1930's and the subsequent years there has been rising pattern of women leadership in the state politics of Jammu and Kashmir. Many of the women also fought against Pakistani invaders in 1947.
The groups like women's wing of peace brigade and women's resistance force are worth maintaining in this regard, undoubtedly, the political representation of women in the state is far from satisfactory due to less political conciousness and the cross fire of conflict between India and Pakistan, but there has been seen rising political awareness among women in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Role of women in panchayat Raj institution (PRI’s) is attracting a lot of serious attention in the present context in the state. The present study examines the role of women in the political arena and their growing political consciousness with special focus of identifying the causes responsible for their marginal representation in the state politics.
As Burmese troops and their allies have progressively seized control of KIA areas, drug production has been increasing. The main opium growing areas in Kachin State are now in Chipwi and Waingmaw townships, under the control of the Burma Army and its local Border Guard Forces led by Zakhung Ting Ying, a National Assembly MP. In northern Shan State, opium is booming in areas under the Burma Army and thirteen government militia forces, four of whose leaders are MPs in the Shan State Assembly. Opium, heroin and methamphetamines are flooding from these government-controlled areas into Kachin communities, worsening existing problems of drug abuse, particularly among youth. It is estimated that about one third of students in Myitkyina and Bhamo universities are injecting drug users.
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Voices from FATA (newsletter, CAMP, April 2013)fatanews
Dear Readers,
In welcoming 2013, we present the ‘Elections Special Edition’ of Voices from FATA for January to April, bringing you news, views and analysis from the tribal regions of Pakistan. The Communities for Change (CFC) project has officially ended in March 2013, but CAMP continues its commitment to highlight issues affecting the lives of people of FATA, and expresses hope that the FATA Tribal Network will also maintain its efforts in development work k for the tribal region. Thus, we will carry on an e-nnewsletter ‘Voices from FATA’ into 2013 and beyond to enlighten readers about the tribal and its issues.
As 20013 is election year, we bring you highlights from th he manifestos of the main political partiies with a strong presence in FATA and views from their representatives in relation to their future strategy and plan of action for this area. These general elections have proven historic because it is the first time that political parties are campaigning in the tribal region, owing to the extension of the Political Parties Order 2002 to FATA.
Download the complete newsletter: http://www.camp.org.pk/node/527
The voices of the majority of Afghans are simply not heard nor heeded in the corridors of power in Kabul, Washington, New York, and Brussels. Inevitably, much of the policy discussion about Afghanistan in the country and around the world focuses on the big picture. While not claiming to be statistically representative
of the Afghan population, Take the Guns Away highlights the views of some Afghans, including farmers, teachers, housewives, and shopkeepers.Their views should, as much as any other, influence the many decisions facing Afghanistan
Project on gender equality in Pakistan - ODS5Grupo Areté
🎓Asignatura: Historia de los países de habla inglesa / History of english-speaking countries.
✏ Título: Project on gender equality in Pakistan
🌏Objetivo 5: Igualdad de género y empoderamiento de la mujer / Goal 5: Gender equality and women's empowerment
By: María Valle Garrido
Women's initiative of learning & leadership.Salman
The 2013 elections marked an increase in women’s participation in mainstream
politics in Pakistan. Not only did more women compete in the elections than ever
before, the 2013 election results saw a record 214 women elected to national and
provincial assemblies. However, although all the main parties have women’s wings,
men still dominate the leadership ranks, and many experienced women were denied
the chance to contest directly for seats in parliament. Of the new women entrants
in 2013, only 16 were elected in general seats; the rest entered parliament through
reserved slots. As a result, this new numerical strength has not translated into women
having decision-making influence or serving in key government positions.
Vibhuti patel long march of indian women asian age 14 4-2019 pg11VIBHUTI PATEL
For the 17th Lok Sabha election,
major political parties
have again shied away
from fielding women. The
Bharatiya Janata Party
(BJP) and Congress, two of the
biggest political outfits in the country,
have given less than 12 per cent
seats to women.
Under-representation of women in
seat distribution for candidature in
the Upper and Lower Houses of the
Parliament of India and for
Legislative Assemblies and
Legislative Councils of the state
government has been debated in
SAARC countries time and again.
Our neighbouring countries have
women’s quota in parliament as follows:
Bangladesh - 13 per cent (2008),
Pakistan - 17.5 per cent (2002) and
Nepal - 33 per cent (2016).
This Presentation illustrates the status of women's participation in national & local level politics in Bangladesh. it also shows why women are lagging behind in politics. Hope this presentation will help readers to know about the condition of women in politics in Bangladesh.
Political Participation and Representation of Women in Jammu and Kashmir Poli...paperpublications3
Abstract: Women constitute half of the world population, but they are the largest excluded category in almost all respects. Women are neglected at family, community and societal levels and living as an oppressed class. Historically they have been exposed to extreme form of physical, sexual and psychological violence and enjoy least socio -economic status. They have been victims of gender based violence and their miseries got intensified further due to patriarchal nature of society. Women attempted diversified strategies to liberate themselves from shackles of exploitation and feminism was a major response to challenge patriarchy at global platform as well as within national boundaries.
Like other states of India the position of women in the state of Jammu and kashmir remained subordinate all over the state. Moreover the problems of women have been further enhanced due to age old political trauna in the state. However from the early decades of 20th century, women in the state of J & K got conscious about their subjugation due to emergence of political conciousness, expansion of modern education, spread of cultural awareness and deterioration of economic conditions. Women participated in socio -political movements in 1930's and the subsequent years there has been rising pattern of women leadership in the state politics of Jammu and Kashmir. Many of the women also fought against Pakistani invaders in 1947.
The groups like women's wing of peace brigade and women's resistance force are worth maintaining in this regard, undoubtedly, the political representation of women in the state is far from satisfactory due to less political conciousness and the cross fire of conflict between India and Pakistan, but there has been seen rising political awareness among women in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Role of women in panchayat Raj institution (PRI’s) is attracting a lot of serious attention in the present context in the state. The present study examines the role of women in the political arena and their growing political consciousness with special focus of identifying the causes responsible for their marginal representation in the state politics.
From Kitchen to Local Government: Understanding the challenges of local women...Tazlina Zamila Khan
Traditionally women in our country are deprived of their rights of decision-making and of effective political participation. Their roles has been identified as secondary. Their potential remain largely unrecognised and contributions are mostly unpaid.
An Empirical Analysis of the Empowerment of Rural Women Through Panchayati Ra...paperpublications3
Abstract: This paper has attempted to investigate the political participation of the rural women and their actual condition in the panchayati raj institutions in the Ujjain district of Madhya Pradesh. The study is based on primary data which has been collected from the Elected Women Representatives of various blocks of Ujjain district(as per 2009-10 panchayat elections) and also to explore, whether the women have been empowered after getting a 50% reservation at the grassroots level. This study has also revealed that after connecting with the panchayat whether the level of women’s social status have increased or not and also analyse the impediments factors faced by the women in the working of panchayat.
ASSESSING THE IMPACTS OFWOMEN PARTICIPATION IN POLITICAL LEADERSHIP: THE CASE OF BUNGOMA COUNTY 2017-2021
BY
NAME:ISABEL ADISA
REG.NO.:MA/HIS/008/18
A CONCEPT PAPER SUBMITTED IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF AWARD OF MASTERS OF ARTS IN HISTORY OF KIBABII UNIVERSITY.
DECEMBER 2022
Struggle for Rights and Reforms in Pakistan Tribal Areas (Nov 2014 Report)fatanews
Link: http://bit.ly/fatareport | As Printed in the November 2014 Report: FATA Faces FATA Voices.
Shackled for more than one hundred years under an outdated British law, the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) of Pakistan has been plagued by instability extending well beyond its colonial-era border with Afghanistan. Excluded from essential provisions of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the tribal areas are administered through a legal and administrative regulation known as the Frontier Crimes Regulation (FCR), originally imposed in 1901. No act of the Parliament of Pakistan applies to FATA unless extended by special orders from the President of Pakistan. Furthermore and despite the continuous struggle of the people there, FATA enjoys no elected representation at local or provincial levels, and until 1996 tribal citizens had no universal voting rights in elections for the National Assembly of Pakistan.
Link: http://bit.ly/fatareport | Reports and Photographs from the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) in Pakistan.
Published in November 2014, the report features photos taken by young photographers from FATA, examples of everyday life in Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram and South Waziristan agencies. Images of the iconic Khyber Pass and many towns along the border with Afghanistan lend a real-life dimension to this largely unknown, and often ignored or misrepresented region of Pakistan. In a part of the world where photography is uncommon, these photographs depict subtle interactions of FATA citizens at work, at school and during informal moments throughout the tribal areas.
The report text, entitled "The Struggle for Rights and Reforms in Pakistan's Tribal Areas" describes the history and trajectory of reform demands made by Pakistani citizens, civil society groups and the people of FATA. Also included are quotes from citizens and political leaders, collected to show opinions and visions for the future of FATA. Voices included demonstrate a strong desire for equal rights and equal participation in the context of Pakistan's evolving democracy.
For those who know the tribal areas well, this report may serve as a reminder of the great number of Pakistanis working for a brighter future for FATA. For those previously not aware of the political activities in FATA, the report may provide a new and unique glimpse at the diverse richness of the culture and people in Pakistan's tribal areas.
The 75 photographs were carefully selected from over 1,000 that were submitted for review. All are from young photographers between the ages of 17 and 30, from varied socio-economic backgrounds in FATA. Without their efforts and talent, the report would not have been possible. Many thanks to the photographers--and those featured in their work--for the privilege of sharing these images and the stories they tell.
Photographers: Alimgir Khan, Ammad Ahmed Khan, Azmatullah, Faryal Mohmmand, Faisal Khan, Huma Gul, Irfan Ali, Jebran Yousefzia, Rizwan Bhittani, Rohida, Saba Rehman, Sara Qayum, Seema Gul and Shah Jehan.
Notice to NGOs to Hire Staff from FATA (SAFRON Ministry, 11 Nov 2014)fatanews
After receiving direction from the SAFRON Committee in the National Assembly, the SAFRON Ministry has informed NGOs working in FATA that they should hire the maximum number of employees with FATA domicile and not with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa domicile.
FATA Governance Reforms: Issues and Way Forward (Urdu, CGPA Policy Brief, Oct...fatanews
English version available at: https://www.slideshare.net/fatanews/cgpa-fata-reforms-policy-brief-2014-october --- CGPA policy brief for Pakistan lawmakers to inform debate on legal and political reform for the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). A timely report when the Senate considers a constitution amendment bill and MNA discussions are underway.
This FATA Reforms News Summary is a 37-page document containing a selection of opinion and news articles regarding recommendations for further reforms in Pakistan's Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). The summary document contains articles, legal documents and other resources from June to October 2014.
The reforms priorities in the document include a Constitution amendment bill presented in the Senate of Pakistan to extend the jurisdiction of High Court and Supreme Court to FATA, a resolution put forward in the National Assembly to shift legislative powers for FATA from the President to the parliament, a new policy brief on FATA reforms by the Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA), a FATA Committee press release urging equal rights for North Waziristan IDPs, a summary and analysis of the recent Peshawar High Court judgment regarding FATA jurisdiction, and others.
CGPA FATA Reforms Launch Invitation (21 Oct 2014)fatanews
A Center for Governance & Public Accountability (CGPA) policy brief for Pakistan lawmakers to inform debate on legal and political reform for the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). FATA Governance Reforms: Issues and Way Forward is a timely report as the Senate considers a constitution amendment bill and MNA discussions are underway.
Policy Brief PDF Link: http://bit.ly/cgpafata
FATA Governance Reforms: Issues and Way Forward (CGPA Policy Brief, October 2...fatanews
Urdu version available at: http://www.slideshare.net/fatanews/fata-governance-reforms-issues-and-way-forward-urdu-cgpa-policy-brief-october-2014 --- CGPA policy brief for Pakistan lawmakers to inform debate on legal and political reform for the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). A timely report when the Senate considers a constitution amendment bill and MNA discussions are underway.
Peshawar High Court FATA Judgment Analysis (2014)fatanews
Article 1(c) of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan defines the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) as part of the Republic’s territories in addition to the four provinces of Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Sindh and the Islamabad Capital Territory. Chapter 1 (Articles 8-28) of the Constitution guarantees Fundamental Rights to the citizens in the territories of the Republic. The Fundamental Rights, inter alia, include the security of person, safeguard as to arrest and detention, the right to fair trial, freedom of movement, assembly, association, speech, and equality of citizens. Article 8 of the Constitution provides that any law, custom or usage having the force of law, which is inconsistent or in derogation of the Fundamental Rights is void.
In contrast to the spirit of the Constitution and the Fundamental Rights contained therein, there exists no judicial forum for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights in FATA. Justice in FATA is dispensed through a quasi-judicial system in accordance with the provisions of a colonial law known as the Frontier Crimes Regulation (FCR) 1901. The FCR concentrates all judicial and executive powers in the office of the Political Agent/Deputy Commissioner, a senior civil servant of the federal government. In contravention of due process of law, citizens in FATA have no right to fair trial and have little safeguard against arbitrary arrest and detention.
Because of its geographical proximity to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, , the people of FATA often approach the Peshawar High Court (PHC) for the enforcement of their Fundamental Rights, despite the bar of jurisdiction of the High Courts under Article 247(7) of the Constitution. Several petitions relating to FATA were filed in the PHC during 2013 and 2014, related to four broad categories: 1) illegal detentions by political agents in FATA, 2) service matters of the employees working in FATA, 3) contract matters, and 4) Fundamental Rights. In order to address these petitions in accordance with constitutional provisions, the PHC constituted a “larger bench” for the hearings. The Court also appointed seven eminent amicus curiae to assist it on eight specific points.
The Court, after hearing arguments from counsels for the parties and submissions of the amicus curiae, wherein all the previous judgments of the superior courts were exhaustively discussed (see annex for details), considered the matter and passed its judgment on April 7, 2014. The judgment highlights the contradictions in the enforcement of Fundamental Rights and safe administration of justice in FATA. The Court arrived at the conclusion that it has no jurisdiction in areas that constitute FATA except in relation to the terms and conditions of service of the civil servants, development contracts and detentions that violate Section 86-A of the Criminal Procedure Code of Pakistan.
The mandate of the commission is to formulate and propose clear strategic objectives, strategies, policies and action plans and put forward recommendations for the approval of the Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Commission will also overview the implementation of the reform initiatives and propose “mid-course corrections” as and when required.
Mapping PCNA Investments in FATA (January 2014)fatanews
A report of the Post-crisis Needs Assessment implementation support unit for FATA, this document details the previous and ongoing investments in the tribal areas, particularly focusing on areas of work and reform identified in the PCNA document. Complete PCNA document can be found here: http://www.slideshare.net/fatanews/postcrisis-needs-assessment-pcna-for-fata-and-khyber-pakhtunkhwa
Post-crisis Needs Assessment (PCNA) for FATA and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Septembe...fatanews
As assessment of needs in FATA and KP as part of the World Bank-implemented Multi-donor Trust Fund project. The document includes concrete recommendations for administrative, political and legal reforms for Pakistan's tribal areas.
The FATA Reforms news update below is a 16-page document containing a selection of opinion and news articles regarding recommendations for further reforms in Pakistan's Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). The summary document contains articles from April to May 2014.
The reforms priorities in the document include the establishing of a new FATA Reforms Commission by recently appointed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Sardar Mehtab Ahmed Khan, the historic April 7, 2014 judgment of the Peshawar High Court regarding FATA jurisdiction and Article 247 of the constitution, and calls for greater transparency in the tribal areas and others.
Details previous elected National Assembly deputies as well as electoral roll data for the May 2013 elections. Briefing courtesy of http://www.slideshare.net/tayyebafridi
Peshawar High Court Judgment on FATA Jurisdiction (April 2014)fatanews
MAY 6, 2014: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Monday advised the federal government to submit a reference in the Parliament for suitable amendments to the Constitution with an aim to protect fundamental human rights in the tribal region. The advice was given by a larger bench in a detailed judgment over matters related to illegal detentions and issues of government servants.
The PHC on Monday issued a 46-page judgment related to Fata, in which a larger bench comprising the then PHC chief justice Mian Fasihul Mulk, present Chief Justice Mazhar Alam Miankhel, Justice Yahya Afridi, Justice Qaiser Rasheed and Justice Malik Manzoor Hussain declared that the high court had jurisdiction to hear cases of the employees of provincial and federal governments serving in Fata.
About arrest of people from settled areas by the political administration, the bench declared that the high court could assume its jurisdiction in illegal arrest by the political administration. The bench stated that the arrest would be illegal if political administration did not fulfil procedure under section 86-A of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), before shifting the arrested persons to tribal areas from the settled areas.
The bench declared that the high court had jurisdiction to hear the cases if the incident or any other agreements on business and other matters took place in settled areas between private parties and action was taken by the political authorities.
The bench said the court would decide its jurisdiction in the service maters of those employees who were directly appointed by the political authorities when such cases come to the court for hearing.
However, the bench declared that the high court had no jurisdiction to hear cases related to various matters occurring in Fata and illegal arrests of tribal people there.The judgment said the political agents’ basic duty was to run the administrative affairs of various tribal agencies, but at the same time they also act as judge and sentenced the tribal people under the FCR.
The bench declared that there was no system to control the unlimited powers of the political agents and that was why they were committing serious violations of fundamental human rights and giving decisions on their own free will and under sub-Article 7 of Article 247 of Constitution their divisions are not challenged in the high court.
Therefore, the court declared sub-article 7 of Article 247 of the Constitution inconsistent with articles related to fundamental rights and advised the federal government to submit a reference in the parliament for suitable amendments to the said article.
“We are advising the federal government to submit a reference in the National Assembly and Senate for suitable amendments in sub-article 7 of Article 247 of the Constitution. People of Fata are citizens of Pakistan, but imposing restriction through this article of the Constitution against tribal people to get fundamental rights.
Local Government in FATA: Failures, Challenges, Prospects (FATA Research Cent...fatanews
ISLAMABAD, April 22, 2014: The tribal people demanded immediate extension of local governments system to tribal territories to mainstream the Federally Administered Tribal Areas both politically and socially with rest of the country.
This was the crux of a Study Report titled "Local Government in FATA: Past Failures, Current Challenges and Future Prospects" launched by Islamabad-based think tank - FATA Research Center - at a local hotel here on Tuesday.
The report is prepared after conducting extensive surveys, interviews and round tables conferences with different stakeholders including tribal people, elders, political and legal experts, academia, media men and government officials.
Speaking at a launching ceremony as a chief guest, Federal Minister for State and Frontier Regions (SAFRON) Lt Gen (R) Qadir Baloch, said the findings of the report are manifesting the fact that tribal people are politically aware and demanding participation in affairs of the state through democratically elected bodies.
The minister elaborated that we haven't decided yet about the date of conducting local bodies elections in entire of Pakistan and will introduce the local government system in FATA before its elections.
Local Government Reforms in Pakistan: Context, Content and Causes fatanews
This paper examines the recent decentralization reforms in Pakistan under
General Musharraf. We highlight major aspects of this reform and analyze its
evolution in a historical context to better understand potential causes behind this
current decentralization. Analyzing the evolution of local government reforms in
Pakistan is interesting because each of the three major reform experiments has
been instituted at the behest of a non-representative centre using a ‘top down’
approach. Each of these reform experiments is a complementary change to a
wider constitutional reengineering strategy devised to further centralization of
political power in the hands of the non-representative centre. We argue that the
design of the local government reforms in these contexts becomes endogenous to
the centralization objectives of the non-representative centre. It is hoped that
analyzing the Pakistani experience will help shed light on the positive political
economy question of why non-representative regimes have been willing
proponents of decentralization to the local level.
Impediments to Integrating FATA in Pakistan Mainstream (2009, Muhammad Tayyab...fatanews
This paper aims to analyze the impediments involved in integration of the FATA in the national mainstream of Pakistan with a view to make suitable recommendations. This paper briefly discusses the historical background and provides a short overview of the administrative, judicial, political and socio-economic aspects of the FATA. In assessing the underlying causes of the FATA problem, this paper suggests a significant change to the FATA’s status quo as an essential and effective measure. To understand the FATA conundrum, case studies of handling Pashtuns residing in the region of the NWF by British, Soviets and later by Pakistan have been done. It has provided a better understanding and apt analysis of the current situation. The paper also addresses the concerns of Pakistan on the involvement of foreign hand in destabilizing the situation inside the FATA and other parts of Pakistan. As the credibility of such like information is always difficult to ascertain; therefore, occasional release of related news in the media and comments of senior Pakistani officials and journalist have been used as base facts for drawing relevant conclusion.
The world at large and Pakistanis in particular have to unveil forces working behind the scenes in the FATA. In addition, an effective reform package with a potent media campaign is required to go in to the FATA, thereby not only making the locals aware of the sensitivity of the problem of extremism coupled with terrorism in their society but to make the reminder of Pakistanis also realize that the FATA requires a national effort of integration which cannot be left to only one component of government i.e. Army and other LEAs.
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1. 1 Voices from FATA | May-June 2013 | Issue No. 43
EDITOR’S CORNER
Dear Readers,
In view of CAMP’s continued efforts to support women’s rights through our interventions, we
present to you the May-June issue of ‘Voices from FATA: Women in 2013 Elections Special’ with
news, views and opinions on tribal women’s participation in the 2013 General Elections.
2013 has been a historic year for the tribal areas in terms of a record women voter turnout, the
first ever female political candidate, Badam Zari, and political mobilisation of women by various
parties. In this issue, we pay tribute to the courageous tribal women who cast their votes despite
security threats by militants in our cover story starting from Page 2, which will prove to be a
harbinger of change for times to come.
Another historic development in the tribal regions relates to the first ever FATA Citizen’s
Declaration on Reforms passed by the FATA Grand Assembly of Reforms Council on 22nd June
2013. This Declaration includes demands for reforming the draconian Frontier Crimes Regulation
(FCR); constitutional amendments to allow FATA Parliamentarians to legislate and determine its
status themselves; extension of press laws and PEMRA to FATA; and, abolition of the Actions in
Aid of Civil Power Regulation 2011, which provides for arbitrary arrest and detention. For more
details on the Declaration, refer to Page 6.
Other news include a Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN) report on election violence during
campaigns, and a demand by the FATA Lawyers’ Forum for guaranteed constitutional rights and
protections for the citizens of FATA. To read these news stories, please go to Page 6.
With regard to security conditions, May and June 2013 proved to be peaceful in relation to the
first four months of 2013; no incidents of mortar shelling, suicide bombing, or inter-
tribal/factional clashes were recorded which provided the citizens of FATA much needed respite
from constant bloodshed and violence. In addition, the occurrence of drone strikes also
significantly decreased. For a more detailed analysis of security conditions in FATA, please refer
to Page 5.
CAMP feels proud that the women of FATA – in particular Mohmand Agency which had the
highest female voter turnout – have raised their voice and become part of the electoral process.
We hope that these trends continue in the coming years, both in relation to peace and security
as well as political awareness amongst women in FATA since the high turnout during elections
proves that the tribal people are indeed geared for political progress and development.
Barrister Irum Ali Khan
Editor and Advocacy Coordinator
CAMP Office, Islamabad
May – June 2013 | Issue No. 43
CONTENTS
COVER STORY
WOMEN IN FATA
ELECTIONS 2013 ... 2
FATA SECURITY ... 5
MONITOR
FATA POLICY UPDATE ...6
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2. 2 Voices from FATA | May-June 2013 | Issue No. 43
WWOOMMEENN IINN FFAATTAA EELLEECCTTIIOONNSS 22001133
The general elections of May 2013 have not only
proved a harbinger of change for the entire
country, but it certainly did for one particular
marginalised group; that is, women from the
tribal region. The female turnout in 2013
represented about 34.3% of the total registered
vote bank in FATA which illustrates a significant
increase from all previous elections.
1
Owing to the conservative norms and culture of
Pakhtun society, it is very rare for tribal women to venture out
into different professions, owing to the ‘militant interpretation
of religion’ which does not permit them to work outside the
home or community.
Pushing Boundaries: First Female
Political Candidate of FATA
However, this time, the women of FATA have not only stepped
out of their homes to cast their votes, but Badam Zari of Bajaur
made history by contesting elections within the agency against
25 male candidates; although she received fewer than 200
votes, her courage is a symbol of hope for many women like
her who wish to make their voices heard.
2
Female Voter Turnout in FATA
Out of a total 36% voter turnout in FATA – an increase of 5%
from 2008 – a general increase in female voters who stepped
out of their homes on 11 May 2013 to vote was observed. The
female vote bank of FATA comprised of 5,96,079 (about 4%)
out of the 14,21,271 registered voters in all according to the
Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) which is the highest
ever so far.
3
The following is an agency wise representation of female
voters throughout FATA based on statistics gathered by the
ECP as well as other organisations:
4
1 “Women and the 2013 General Elections”, Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN)
http://elections.sdpi.org/pdf/FAFEN%20-
%20Women%20and%20the%202013%20General%20Elections%20-
%2022%20April%202013[1].pdf accessed on 15th July 2013 at 10:50 am PST
2 “NA-44: Breaking Bajaur’s boundaries, Badam Zari vows to strive for women emancipation”
published in The Express Tribune, 10th April 2013
3 Final Electoral Roll 2012-13 (Province and Gender wise Graphical Chart)
http://ecp.gov.pk/Misc/GE-2013-
Graphs/04_gender_province_wise_voters.jpg accessed on 15th July 2013 at
11:15 am PST
4
Despite many efforts and research, statistics on agency wise female voter
turnout in FATA were not available till the date of this publication.
“Had I received education, my life would
have been very different. I regret my past;
so providing education to the children of
Bajaur is on top of my priorities.”
In an interview prior to elections, Badam Zari, the first
woman to contest elections from FATA talked about
the serious need for education in her area. Having
lived through the problems faced by women and
people in general all across FATA, she is sensitive to
issues such as lack of adequate health services and
basic amenities such as running water which are not
available readily.
On answering a question on how she decided to ‘push
through deep rooted social norms and contest
elections’, Zari notes she was inspired by other
women across the country who were working for such
issues and thus ‘I realised I wanted to give practical
shape to my longstanding desire to serve my country
and neglected people of my area'.
Despite many cultural barriers and challenges, Badam
Zari was optimistic and declared that even if she did
not succeed in the elections, she would continue her
efforts for positive change in Bajaur.
“I will not be disappointed if I do not win. I
will carry on my struggle for the
betterment of my society”.
Extracts from interview with The Express Tribune,
10
th
April 2013
COVERSTORY
3. 3 Voices from FATA | May-June 2013 | Issue No. 43
Bajaur Agency
Number of female voters registered = 1,20,230
Number of female votes cast = 2,890
Despite having the highest number of female voters
registered in FATA, Bajaur Agency recorded the lowest
female voter turnout; ECP data shows that only 2,875
women voted in NA-44 (mostly in Barang and Salarzai
tehsils) and 15 in NA-43.
An unnamed official claimed that the ECP had received
reliable information that tribal elders, religious and political
leaders as well as some candidates were involved in
preventing women from voting. This happened despite
assurances from candidates that females would not be
barred from exercising their right to vote.
Nevertheless, Badam Zari played an important role in
encouraging women to come out of their homes to cast
their vote, but overall the female turnout in Bajaur agency
was disappointing.
Khyber Agency
Number of female voters registered = 1,16,358
In contrast with Bajaur, the female voter turnout in Khyber
agency was high; this can be attributed to the fact that
many political parties, especially Pakistan Tehreek-e-
Insaaf (PTI) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) managed to
successfully mobilise women through Dars sessions held
in Jamrud and Landikotal which encouraged them to vote.
According to some estimates, Khyber had the highest
turnout of women in FATA.
Apart from some violent incidents, voting remained
peaceful throughout the agency which persuaded more
and more women to step out as Election Day progressed.
However, the local political administration, owing to past
experience, was unprepared for the large turnout of
women and therefore very few segregated polling booths
had been set up which caused some problems.
Nevertheless, Khyber did have a relatively high female
voter turnout compared to other agencies and FRs
illustrating a significant increase in political awareness
amongst women in general.
Mohmand Agency
Number of female voters registered = 55,431
According to various news reports, the highest female
voter turnout was witnessed in Mohmand agency,
particularly in Ekka Ghund, Khowazai and Bazai areas.
About 64 of the total 107 polling stations throughout the
agency were set up specifically for women who
participated enthusiastically.
A Presiding Officer at Ekka Ghund polling station, Ramdad
Khan, confimed to The Express Tribune the high number
of female voters. In addition, other officials such as
Returning Officer Mohmand Dr Ambar Ali “expressed
satisfaction over the fact that the first elections in FATA
were conducted with transparency where women were a
decisive force”.
Most female voters were seen casting their votes in NA 36
of Mohmand Agency for the first time in the conservative
tribal area; women themselves stated that they had not
been stopped by their fathers and husbands, who instead
had encouraged them to vote which was a big factor in
enabling their participation in elections.
Kurram Agency
Number of female voters registered = 99,270
In light of recent incidents and threats, elections in Kurram
were held amidst tight security. In particular, in Sadda (NA
38), the headquarters of Lower Kurram, ECP postponed
elections due to the ongoing military operation.
On the other hand, in Upper Kurram (NA 37), women
actively participated in elections and were seen voting in
throngs across polling stations there; news reports claimed
that the female voter turnout was far greater than 2008.
Even after elections, women were involved in protests
against rigging and violence in certain areas of Kurram.
The overall trend of increase in female voters was
witnessed in Kurram as well, which is a welcome change in
attitudes towards participation of women in political
spheres across FATA.
Orakzai Agency
Number of female voters registered = 46,781
Residents of NA 39 in Orakzai told The Nation that female
voters were forced to stay inside homes, while men cast
votes on their behalf and thus lost their right to vote
4. 4 Voices from FATA | May-June 2013 | Issue No. 43
“contrary to rules and regulations of the Election
Commission of Pakistan”.
But apart from this, voting went more or less smoothly and
people used their right to vote despite fears over security;
the presence of law enforcement authorities and
encouraged people to come out and vote.
North Waziristan Agency
Number of female voters registered = 10,863
Sadly in North Waziristan, women were universally
deprived of their right to vote as it was deemed un-Islamic
by religious extremists (NA 40).
A few days ago, pamphlets were also distributed at
different areas of the agency warning tribesmen to refrain
their women from voting and threatening dire
consequences otherwise.
South Waziristan Agency
Number of female voters registered = 65,583
A completely different situation surfaced in NA 41 of South
Waziristan; while women were not allowed to vote, male
relatives went to polling stations to cast votes on their
behalf.
Meanwhile, in the NA 42 constituency separate polling
stations were set up for men and women, where a large
number of the latter were seen arriving to cast their votes.
However, media sources reported that soon after polling
began, unidentified men began creating a disturbance by
opening ballot boxes and tearing up voting sheets.
The Express Tribune reported that South Waziristan’s
Assistant Political Officer, Hamiduallah Khattak confirmed
the incident and stated that the appropriate action would
be taken.
Frontier Regions (FRs)
Registered female voters in FRs
F.R. Bannu = 1,691
F.R. D.I Khan = 7,857
F.R. Kohat = 12,079
F.R. Lakki Marwat = 3,930
F.R. Peshawar = 9,297
F.R. Tank = 5,860
Media sources observed that a large number of women did
not cast their vote in NA 47 – the constituency which
comprises of six Frontier Regions of FATA – due to
security threats.
Reports of rigging and vote theft were received from FR
Bannu where allegedly 2,000 women’s ballots were stolen.
Similarly, in FR Peshawar, a Shaheed Bhutto Foundation
(SBF) FATA Reforms Council Coordinator reported that
until 2 pm, only one woman had cast her vote at a
combined polling station.
FATA’s Women Vote for Change!
Despite security threats, a larger than expected turnout of
women (and men) voters in FATA illustrates that political
dynamics have changed in the tribal region. Experts and
commentators attribute this to the extension of the Political
Parties Act 2002 to FATA since it enabled politio-religious
parties such as JUI (F), Jamaat-e-Islami and JUI (S) to effectively
mobilise women voters in an attempt to outsmart their political
rivals. The participation of newer parties such as PTI also helped
improve the political climate for women in FATA.
Women in Mohmand Agency, casting their votes for the first
time ever, set a historical example for others around FATA; this
is indeed a very strong message for the entire country that
Pakistanis, especially women living in conservative tribal society,
are creating a demand for change.
In an extremely hostile tribal environment where women have
been hitherto excluded from the electoral process, a relatively
high turnout of female voters in 2013 and the courage of Badam
Zari will no doubt pave the way for opening up more
opportunities for them in future.
It shows that “they have not lost hope and
are ready to go against all militants and
terrorists to achieve their destiny for a
peaceful Pakistan.”
“Media sources reported that in
Miranshah tribesmen were informed
through mosque loudspeakers early
Saturday (Election Day: May 11, 2013)
that no woman would be allowed to
leave her home and cast vote.”
5. 5 Voices from FATA | May-June 2013 | Issue No. 43
DRONE STRIKES
Jan – Jun 2013
The number of drone
strikes has significantly
decreased since the
start of 2013, with a
downward trend
continuing till June.
A total of 12 drone
strikes were reported
from January to April,
while only two attacks
were reported in May
and June.
FFAATTAA SSEECCUURRIITTYY MMOONNIITTOORR
After a violent start to the year, the months of May and June
2013 proved to be relatively peaceful. There were no recorded
incidents of mortar shelling, suicide bombing, or inter-
tribal/factional clashes which provided the citizens of FATA
much needed respite from constant bloodshed and violence.
However, militant attacks and security forces operations
continued – nevertheless, a positive development of note is
that there was minimal loss of life to civilians and
infrastructure in both months. In May alone, casualties
resulting from military operations and clashes with militants –
comprising mostly of security forces personnel and militant
groups – amounted to 145 of the total number, 201.
The number of IED explosions also went down from 16 in the
first four months of 2013 to five in May and June; the same
trend can be seen in bomb attacks where 17 incidents were
reported from January to April whereas in the two following
months, it reduced to 10.
7
1 2 2 1 1
47
7 6
13
6 7
12
6
0 0 0 0
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
January February March April May June
No
Killed
Injured
TYPE OF INCIDENT MAY JUNE
No Killed Injured No Killed Injured
Bomb attacks 8 48 110 2 4 9
Landmine explosions 2 1 1 - - -
IEDs 2 1 4 3 3 2
Drone attacks 1 6 - 1 7 -
Military/SF operations 7 90 70 2 58 17
By unidentified/militant groups 8 55 18 4 8 5
TOTAL 28 201 203 12 80 33
Figure 1: Downward trend of drone strikes in 2013
6. 6 Voices from FATA | May-June 2013 | Issue No. 43
FFAATTAA NNEEWWSS
FFAATTAA PPOOLLIICCYY UUPPDDAATTEE
Constitution's fundamental rights must be guaranteed in
FATA: Lawyers
The FATA Lawyers Forum had arranged the convention titled “Rule of
law in FATA”. Supreme Court Bar Association President Mian Israrul
Haq, Peshawar High Court Bar Association President Ishtiaq Ibrahim;
PHC Bar Association former president Abdul Latif Afridi and a good
number of senior lawyers attended the convention.
The convention unanimously passed three resolutions, calling for
extending the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of Pakistan and
Peshawar High Court to FATA, separating judiciary and executive in the
tribal areas and enforcing the fundamental rights provided by the
Constitution of 1973.
In his address, Latif Afridi said the people of FATA could now raise their
voice for their rights. He asked the President Supreme Court Bar
Association to hold a convention for the lawyers from the tribal areas
on the rule of law in FATA.
http://www.scoop.it/t/pakistan-weekly/p/4000885583/constitution-
s-fundamental-rights-must-be-guaranteed-in-fata-lawyers
Election campaign 2013: around 149 incidents of violence
reported: FAFEN
Around 149 incidents of election related violence took place during the
election campaign from March 17 to May 09, 2013, in which
approximately 189 people lost their lives and 667 were injured, Free
and Fair Election Network (FAFEN) claims in its report on general
election. The report terms the 2013 general election campaign was the
most competitive and violent in the country's history.
The Awami National Party (ANP) was targeted most frequently during
the campaign in 29 incidents. The Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM)
was targeted in 23 incidents, the Pakistan Muslim League (N) in 16 and
the Pakistan People’s Party in 12 incidents. The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam
(JUI-F) and Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) were targeted in six and four
incidents, respectively. Ten incidents involved independent candidates
where their workers and supporters were targeted.
The hardest hit province was Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, followed by Sindh
and Balochistan. FATA saw relatively fewer incidents of election-related
violence but the severe militant insurgency in the region continued
unabated throughout the campaign. Punjab experienced the least
election violence during this time; however, during the last week of the
campaign, a string of incidents took place in the province.
The predominant targets of violence were political parties and
candidates participating in polls. KP and Sindh saw the highest number
of attacks on political parties, with Balochistan not far behind.
Balochistan and KP were the provinces where candidates, in particular,
were targeted most. Polling stations were targeted exclusively in
Balochistan.
Bombing was a predominant tactic of election related violence, closely
followed by gunfire. The high number of bomb blasts in election-related
violence is consistent with the implication that most of the violence was
perpetrated by militants. A few incidents also involved missiles and all
these incidents happened in Balochistan. Clashes between political
parties mostly involved exchange of gunfire. In two incidents - one in
FATA and the other in Punjab, candidates were kidnapped by
unidentified perpetrators.
http://www.scoop.it/t/pakistan-weekly
Grand assembly okays FATA declaration on reforms
PESHAWAR - The FATA Declaration was unanimously approved by more
than 300 members of FATA Reforms Councils from all tribal agencies
and Frontier Regions at the FATA Grand Assembly in Peshawar.
The FATA Declaration represents the culmination of a lengthy dialogue
and consensus-building process spanning five years of consecutive local
reform council meetings and advocacy workshops regarding challenges
in the implementation of already enacted political reforms in FATA and
on recommendations for further reforms.
The Shaheed Bhutto Foundation (SBF) first launched its campaign in
2008 to amplify the voices of FATA citizens and bring about political
reforms in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA).
As the reforms agenda seems to have lost urgency amidst other
priorities, FATA elders, representatives of political parties, ulemas,
lawyers, journalists, students and women from the tribal areas gathered
so that their collective voices may be heard at the highest political
echelons.
The consensus FATA Declaration highlights urgent reforms priorities,
including effective implementation of the 2011 reforms enacted by the
President of Pakistan. The declaration contains 19 recommendations,
encompassing essential changes needed to ensure mainstreaming of
FATA and political participation of tribal citizens. The Assembly also
asserted that tribesmen and tribeswomen must be guaranteed the
same fundamental rights enjoyed by other citizens of Pakistan.
The FATA Grand Assembly was attended by the Honourable Khyber
Pakhtunkhwa Governor Engineer Shaukatullah Khan, who offered his
endorsement of the people-driven reforms process in FATA. Senator
Farhatullah Babar was also a guest of honour on this dignified occasion.
The approved FATA Declaration was Monday presented to Governor
Shaukatullah Khan for his consideration. In addition, the President of
Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari has agreed to receive the members of the FATA
Grand Assembly in July to formally hear their recommendations as
stated in the FATA Declaration.
http://www.nation.com.pk/pakistan-news-newspaper-daily-english-
online/business/28-Jun-2013/grand-assembly-okays-fata-declaration-on-
reforms