Shahbaz Sharif, a Loyal Leader on March 5, 2024Shahbaz Sharif, who took oath for the second time as the country’s 25th Prime Minister amid looming financial and economic challenges, stands out as a rare example of unwavering loyalty to his elder brother, Mr Nawaz Sharif. Despite numerous offers of the premiership by various chiefs, including Musharraf, in exchange for shifting his allegiance, Shahbaz […]
CPEC: The Best Bet on February 29, 2024Mr Shahbaz Sharif, known as “Shahbaz Speed” for his dynamic leadership, is poised to assume the top executive role in Pakistan, bringing relief to the establishment and coalition partners but concern to the bureaucracy due to his assertive governance style. Taking charge in April 2022 amidst a looming default, he navigated through IMF negotiations after […]
PML(N): Beneficiary or Victim of Rigging on February 21, 2024In light of Mr Chatta’s startling confession of orchestrating rigging across the Rawalpindi division that turned 13 winning candidates into losers, the PML(N) Chairman should have tasked a team of stalwarts to strategize a response. Some may have advocated vehemently countering his statement while others may have advised against it. Those in favour must have […]
PTI’s Challenges on February 14, 2024Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) finds itself embroiled in a multifaceted crisis, grappling with significant challenges that threaten its political standing and influence in both the National and Provincial Assemblies. At the heart of this turmoil is a contentious legal struggle to reclaim seats that PTI alleges were unjustly wrested from its grasp, amidst accusations of a […]
Bilawal Bhutto: “From Novice to Notable” on February 9, 2024During my tenure as Director of Media of former President Asif Ali Zardari in 2013, I worked closely with media advisor Farhatullah Babar in the President’s Secretariat Public office. In 2021, I assumed the role of Press Secretary and Media Advisor to President Alvi, occupying the same office. Across from us was Bilawal Bhutto’s office, […]
Election 2024: Reaffirmation democratic journey on February 7, 2024Amid swirling rumors, concerns, and a charged atmosphere both domestically and internationally, Pakistan is set to conduct its highly contested and controversial 2024 elections amidst significant economic challenges including stagnant growth, acute balance of payment issues, hyperinflation, and high unemployment rates. This election is marked by an unprecedented increase in the active voter base, reaching […]
Pakistan Ko Nawaz Do on January 29, 2024During a live broadcast address to a gathering of prominent media figures, Nawaz Sharif opted to speak candidly as opposed to reading from the prepared manifesto. His impassioned discourse delved into the challenges and disruptions encountered throughout his three-term tenure as prime minister. He conveyed a deep sense of regret on the premature termination of […]
Pak-China Meet To Pave Pakistan’s Prosperity on January 24, 2024Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong of China is in Islamabad to attend the 4th meeting of the CPEC-Joint Working Group on International Cooperation and Coordination marks a significant milestone in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) initiative. Co-chaired by Pakistan’s Foreign Secretary Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi, this meeting is set to evaluate significant strides in key […]
PTI to seek justice from people? on January 16, 2024Just a few days ago, I penned an article titled “PTI sans BAT and Playground,” a prediction crafted from my analysis of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Pakistan’s mindset. Despite my assessment, I fervently hoped that my predictions would not materialize. I wished for the Chief Justice to exhibit generosity. My hope […]
PTI sans BAT on January 6, 2024The PTI’s plight can be likened to facing double jeopardy in a rigged match. Initially, they were denied a fair playing field, and subsequently, they were stripped of the emblematic BAT symbol. The analogy mirrors a cricket game where one team is equipped with guards, safety gadgets, their own umpire, a favorable ground, and a […]