Energy challenges
We no longer have the luxury to exist in an isolated ecosystem where we can pre-determine the effect of international events on our policies and strategies. It has, instead become…
We no longer have the luxury to exist in an isolated ecosystem where we can pre-determine the effect of international events on our policies and strategies. It has, instead become…
Pakistan requires sustained GDP growth of 7-9% for 30 years. For that, by 2030 Agriculture will need to achieve 6% growth and its contribution to GDP be 35% and tax…
It is said, “Never waste a good crisis” … and Hilary Clinton added, “Don’t waste it when it can have a very positive impact on climate change and energy security.”…
The South Asian subcontinent is facing a massive energy crisis, which has placed regional governments on edge, compelled widespread switching to extremely polluting fuels like coal and fuel oil, and…
Pakistan’s immense economic potential will remain elusive as long as the most productive sectors that enable export-led growth are deprived of energy availability and consistency. Despite the textile exporting sector’s…
In Pakistan, many households are finding it difficult to access affordable and reliable electricity. Families struggle to pay their monthly bills, often cutting spending on other essential household needs. ……
The past year is one that few of us will forget. While the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have played out unevenly across Asia and the Pacific, the region has…
First of all, it must be made clear that any constructive, objective and evidence-based criticism on some aspects of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) should never be equated with the…
Lauded by some as an example to the rest of the world, but heavily criticised by others, Germany's historic "energy transition" - an ambitious plan to switch from carbon fuels…
Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif together with his Chinese counterpart is reported to have witnessed the signing of 19 agreements and memorandums mostly focused on the energy sector during his visit…