Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in a televised speech this Tuesday cleared the air on IMF (International Monetary Fund) delays, saying that assurances of external financing from three friendly countries…
The rising cost of doing business plays a role in stalling economic development much like a lethal weapon does after being fired. It strikes at the heart of economic vitality,…
Recently, the Pakistan’s economic environment has been tainted by the shadows of unethical practices, raising worries about the ethical conduct of some Pakistani businessmen. While it is important to recognize…
Behind the success of every small business is a family. This is largely true. “Behind the failure of most large businesses is a family”. This is true as well, at…
Change is taking place slowly and subtly. Recent Cabinet Committee on Economic Reforms’ (CCER’s) deliberations on Sept 25, 2023 highlight increasing interdependency, thereby necessitating a Planning Commission on the lines…
One of the most important industrial sectors, the textiles industry contributes significantly to national economies, job creation, and exports in developing nations such as Pakistan. The size of the global…
The Haque model of inclusive cities advocated that cities should provide livelihood opportunities to all segments of society. Inclusive cities ensure all residents, including the poor urban working class, have…
Pakistan has a large informal street economy occupied by individuals and micro-enterprises called street vendors (SVs), operating primarily in the country’s urban areas. The street economy closely works with formal…
Venezuela’s imports of US food and farming products are on the rise, with the private sector driving increased business between the two former partners despite punishing sanctions imposed on Caracas…
Businesses in Pakistan faced some ‘unforeseeable circumstances’ due to the disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. This unfortunate reality calls for tough discussions regarding business operations. The country needs a…
