President of Pakistan

The President of Pakistan (Sadr-e-Mumliqat) is Pakistan's Head of State. At various times in history, changes in the Constitution of Pakistan have altered the powers and privileges associated with the office of the President. At present, Pakistan has a semi-presidential system of government.

Related Topics:
Pakistan - Head of State - Constitution of Pakistan - Semi-presidential system

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According to the Constitution, the President is chosen by an electoral college consisting of the Senate, National Assembly, and the provincial assemblies.

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Electoral college - Senate - National Assembly

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The Constitution gives the President the reserve powers - subject to Supreme Court approval or veto - to dissolve the National Assembly of Pakistan (triggering new elections) and thereby to dismiss the Prime Minister. The President also chairs the National Security Council and appoints the heads of the Army, Navy and Air Force.

Related Topics:
Reserve powers - Supreme Court - National Assembly of Pakistan - Prime Minister - National Security Council - Army - Navy - Air Force

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