The 26th and 27th Amendments in Pakistan have led to concerns about the country’s constitutional structure. These changes have introduced the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC), viewed by many as a parallel judicial body diminishing the Supreme Court’s constitutional authority.
Jurists and legal experts have debated the implications of these amendments, particularly the establishment of the FCC and its powers over High Court judges. Recent transfers of judges have sparked criticism, with Chief Justice Yahya Afridi cautioning against what he sees as a punitive move that could set a dangerous precedent.
Calls for transparency and accountability in judicial restructuring have emerged, emphasizing the need to address concerns raised by legal professionals. Amnesty International has condemned the 27th Constitutional Amendment as a threat to judicial independence, urging Pakistani authorities to safeguard judges’ impartiality and ensure their ability to function without interference.
