Economic Doomsday on March 26, 2024Ever wondered what an economic doomsday might be like? Some might say Pakistan is at its brink and others might shrug it off as a far-fetched idea or may a thing of fiction. However, I believe if Pakistan’s leaders or think tanks continue to follow this path they are on – it is nearer than […]
Exporting Talent for Remittance on March 11, 2024“Global Declining Population Offers Opportunity for Pakistan to Export Skilled Labor for Higher Remittances – myth or a reality”. In recent years, the world has been witnessing a demographic shift characterized by declining population growth rates in various regions. According to studies, the global population growth rate has been gradually declining over the past few […]
From Dispute to Duress on March 1, 2024It seems that the recent news regarding the completion of the Shahpur Kandi barrage and the complete stoppage of water from River Ravi has fallen on deaf ears in Pakistan. There is a haunting silence over the matter except for a few hours of media coverage and a few newspaper stories highlighting the public outcry. […]
A Road Less Travelled on February 24, 2024The post-election political situation is bleak for Pakistan, and this is one of the main reasons cited for future economic challenges. The general elections of 2024 marked a significant turning point for Pakistan’s political and economic landscape. With a new government taking its place in the federal and provincial houses, the country stands on the […]
Divided We Stand on February 14, 2024The election frenzy is not yet over, and February is turning out to be a defining month for Pakistan’s politics and economy. From pre-pole rigging to post-election meddling, Pakistan’s General Elections were marked by overwhelming public response, international media criticism of historic rigging and national outcries of stolen mandates. Amidst this political chaos, we must […]
State-Owned Enterprises: The Irreversible Damage on February 4, 2024The 1970s, the era of socialism and nationalization swept across Pakistan, with the state taking control of key industries and businesses to drive economic change and equal distribution. The seed planted by Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was meant to drive the country towards progress and social equality. This was based on his socialist ideology […]
Between the US and The Deep C on January 21, 2024In his latest visit to the States, General Asim Munir used certain keywords reflecting his true intentions and laying the foundations for Pakistan’s foreign policy. He hoped to develop Pakistan as a “hub of connectivity” in the region and a “gateway” for Central Asian states and beyond. Most importantly, he emphasised maintaining “balanced” relationships with […]
More than Manifesto on January 12, 20242024 – The year of elections or perhaps the ultimate year of elections as some are calling it. Over 60 countries will head into general elections this year. The domestic atmosphere will be charged with energy, streets buzz with new promises and slogans and millions spent on lavish election campaigns. However, the political atmosphere in […]
Economic Woes in 2024 on January 2, 2024The forecast by Economic Intelligence Unit predicted Pakistan’s default on its external debt in 2024. Needless to say and judging by the political and economic events of the past year, one can see that the year 2024 is going to be eventful. Numerous challenges plague Pakistan’s economic situation and one of the major factors contributing […]
China’s Global South Strategy on December 22, 2023China is a land of immense capacity and with it comes great lessons for developing countries to learn. China’s Global South Strategy has been in discussion for years and I believe there is a great deal that developing countries like Pakistan and developed nations can learn from it. China’s Global South Strategy took a stronghold […]