Bridging disciplines for holistic growth
In the continuous and ever-evolving quest to comprehend the intricacies of life and the depths of knowledge, individuals frequently rely on diverse viewpoints as a lens to examine and explore…
Capital suggestion: Growth strategy
The clock is ticking for Pakistan’s economic future. Decades of unrealized potential and missed opportunities cast a long shadow. Yet, Pakistan holds immense promise. Imagine harnessing the energy of a…
Why emphasis on export-led growth becomes imperative
In the expansive arena of economic governance, Ludwig von Mises’ profound assertion resonates: “If one rejects laissez-faire on account of man’s fallibility and moral weakness, one must, for the same…
Budget, taxes, revival & growth
Fiscal consolidation should be as growth-friendly as possible. In general, tax base-broadening reforms are identified as growth-oriented reforms. To the extent that they reduce distortions to economic decisions on work,…
Global economic growth woes in the midst of pandemic
“The COVID-19 crisis has been a brutal reminder that, for all of our wealth and technological mastery, we are still vulnerable to catastrophic tail risks. To ensure future prosperity, we…
India’s high growth reform agenda: lessons for Pakistan
In addition to the health and human toll, the Covid-19 pandemic is likely to represent the largest economic shock that the world has experienced in decades. To provide an idea…
The second step to growth
A particular recent statement from the law ministry about its achievements over the last year has everything to do with the economy. Not to beat my own drum, albeit it…
Simplification of taxes for growth — III
In this concluding part, we are highlighting various proposals already given to the government of Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) and some new ideas for restructuring tax administration on national level. Additionally,…
Economic growth has ‘devastating cost to nature’, review finds
Humanity’s unbridled growth in recent decades has come at a “devastating cost to nature” according a wide-ranging international review on the vital economic role played by our living planet. The…
Growth for Balochistan
In my last article ‘Development for Balochistan’ (May 2), I tried to outline an alternative development paradigm for Balochistan as a process of engagement, local planning, resource ownership and inclusive…
