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Punjab’s New Security Bill Sparks Rights Alarm | Pakistan News
Pakistan’s Human Rights Commission is sounding the alarm over Punjab’s new Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Bill 2026, which could let secret government officials classify cases as “special security cases” — shielding judges, prosecutors, cops, witnesses, and even defense lawyers from public view. With no clear criteria for when these sweeping powers can be used, the HRCP fears the bill could target ordinary citizens, political opponents, or protesters under the guise of national security. While acknowledging the need to protect judicial personnel from real threats, they argue that blanket secrecy…
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