Pakistan braces for protest by ex-PM Imran Khan supporters after talks with government fail

Pakistan's stock market, the KSE-100, may experience volatility as tensions rise following the failure of talks between the government and supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The protesters, who are demanding the release of their leader, have threatened to take to the streets. This could lead to unrest and potentially disrupt economic activity in the country. The situation may also impact investor confidence, affecting the KSE-100's performance in the coming days.

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The failure of talks between Imran Khan's supporters and the government raises the risk of unrest and instability in Pakistan. This could lead to a decline in investor confidence and a decrease in the value of Pakistani assets.

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