Re: Options for Musharraf, Benazir and Nawaz
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On Monday, I had an extended discussion with Mian Nawaz Sharif and his brother Shahbaz Sharif on the emerging political scenario in Pakistan. And all of a sudden the former prime minister asked me: “When would they need to dissolve the assemblies to hold an early election?” I said there was hardly any time left. He would need sixty clear days. Nawaz said even 45 days would not be unconstitutional. His question intrigued me. Does he know something which I don’t?
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Interesting. That would mean snap elections as early as mid-September.
What is becoming clear now is that with BB desperately seeking a deal with Musharraf, the Sharif's had to move forward and grab something similar as well. Hence, I think that Shabaz Sharif has finally overcome Nawaz's objections to talk to Musharraf.