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1960 in Pakistan
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See also: 1959 in Pakistan other events of 1960, 1961 in Pakistan and the Timeline of Pakistani history.

Events

January

The first step of elections to the Basic Democrat units were held in both wings of the country. The elected members formed an Electoral College to elect the members of the provincial and national assemblies.

February

• 14 February, a referendum is held to elect the president. Ayub Khan, being the only candidate, received 95.6 per cent of the votes cast.
• 17 February, Ayub Khan was sworn in as the elected president.

September

• 19 September, Pakistan and the Republic of India sign the Indus Waters Treaty.