Economic crimes: a truly global threat
As we work to recover from a financial meltdown and near economic collapse the threat posed by economic crime is fresh in the air. These crimes emerge as a result…
US tariffs and Pakistan
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has categorically stated that Pakistan has no intention of retaliating against the 29 percent tariffs imposed by the United States. A study conducted by Pakistan Institute…
Tariffs, turmoil & tech
ON the morning of April 5, 2025, traders at the New York Stock Exchange were glued to their screens as Apple’s stock nosedived nearly five per cent in an hour.…
Digital deadlock
Pakistan’s journey towards digitisation, characterised by ambitious policies and bold aspirations, remains constrained by weak implementation, inconsistent political commitment and inadequate financial backing. Over the past decade, frameworks such as…
Lawfare limited to warfare unlimited
From the construction of canals in the Cholistan desert to the abduction of activists and journalists in cities and towns of Pakistan; and from attacks and baton charges on Baloch…
Peca controversy
The journalist community, civil society and opposition parties are protesting against the recently introduced amendments in the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (Peca). Critics say the legislation aims to suppress…
Back to square one
THE collapse of the government-opposition dialogue in just a few weeks after only three rounds has come as little surprise. No one thought this would be an easy process. Or that it would yield…
Journalism’s slow death
Journalism in Pakistan has always been a high-risk profession, but today, it faces an existential crisis. The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (Peca) has become a powerful tool to silence…
One year on
WHAT has been the record of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s government as it completes one year in power? While the ruling coalition claims many achievements, this is not reflected in how…
‘Draconian’ law to control social media
The digital age has revolutionized the life of human beings, their means of communication and ways of conducting business. Among the most significant advancements is rise of social media platforms,…
