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Railways not on the reforms track

At the World Economic Forum, the Prime Minister of Pakistan expressed deep concerns over the country’s deteriorating energy landscape, lamenting that the power sector had turned Pakistan into a “begging…

Reforms for the SC

The constitution enshrines equality before the law, equal protection, and the right to a fair trial as fundamental guarantees, while Article 37(d) obliges the state to provide inexpensive and expeditious…

26th Amendment, new CJP and reforms

The Constitution (Twenty-sixth Amend-ment) Act, 2024 [26th Amendment], passed in utmost haste by the Parliament on October 21, 2024 receiving the assent of President of Pakistan on the same day,…

Land reforms

FOLLOWING its struggle for freedom from the Dogra rulers and accession to Pakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan experienced a low point when, under the infamous Karachi Agreement, it was categorised as a disputed…

The need for tax system reforms

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has a strong connection with the business community, especially with the Lahore Chamber of Commerce, as he has served as its president and is well-acquainted with…

Need for reforms and accountability

Corruption will continue to thrive until justice systems can punish wrongdoing and keep governments in check. When justice is bought or politically interfered with, it is the people that suffer.…

Environmental sustainability under EU’s GSP+ — II

Pakistan has ratified all conventions related to climate change and ozone depleting substances (ODSs). The global GHG emissions data indicates that Pakistan contributes to around 1% to these emissions (UNEP…

Timely reforms

The time for modest reforms is long past. A radical cut in carbon emissions can’t be accomplished simply by banning drinking straws, ramping up production of electric cars, or even…