Pakistan’s federal cabinet approved the draft Defence Forces Act 2026 and amendments to the National Command Authority Act 2010 after constitutional changes under the 27th Constitutional Amendment. The Prime Minister’s Office said the drafts will be presented to parliament for consideration during the ongoing session.
WHO:Federal cabinet of Pakistan, chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif
WHAT:Approved the draft Defence Forces Act 2026 and amendments to the National Command Authority Act 2010
WHEN:Reported Aug 20, 2026 at 4:31 AM ET
WHERE:Islamabad, Pakistan
WHY:The amendments were deemed necessary following the 27th Constitutional Amendment, and the cabinet approved the drafts for presentation to parliament.
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