Lahore, the capital of Punjab province, is popularly known as the 'City of Gardens.' This epithet reflects its rich Mughal heritage, which includes magnificent gardens like Shalimar Gardens, Hazuri Bagh, and Lawrence Garden. The city continues to maintain and develop numerous green spaces, contributing to its aesthetic appeal.
The 18th Amendment, passed in 2010, removed the President's power to unilaterally dissolve Parliament and appoint service chiefs, transferring these powers to the Prime Minister and Parliament. It aimed to strengthen parliamentary democracy and removed the controversial Article 58(2)(b).
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a flagship project of China's Belt and Road Initiative. It is a massive network of roads, railways, and energy pipelines designed to connect Pakistan's Gwadar Port on the Arabian Sea to Kashgar in China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. The corridor aims to boost economic growth and regional connectivity.
The 18th Constitutional Amendment, passed in 2010, was a landmark change that significantly curtailed the powers of the President, abolished the Concurrent List (transferring more legislative powers to the provinces), and restored the 1973 Constitution to its original parliamentary spirit. It strengthened provincial autonomy and parliamentary democracy in Pakistan.