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The hydro heritage of Swat

The Swat Valley, nestled in the northern mountains of Pakistan, is not merely a geographical marvel; it is a cradle of cultural, emotional, and natural heritage that flows through its…

Connect the region

Modern economic theorists emphasize the promotion of trade corridors through regional economic integration. Both inter-regional and intra-regional trade corridors are crucial for progress and development. Regional connectivity is vital for…

Replacing hopium with reality-Part – I

The stubborn refusal to look reality in the face and the wish for a good old daddy saviour has been our norm for 75 years. Amidst the advocacy of unrealistic…

Hopium – I

Stubborn refusal to look reality in the face and wishing for good daddy saviour has been our norm since 75 years, advocacy of non-realistic planning, inability to take timely decisions,…

This crisis is a moment: Part – II

The austerity measures being considered by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Revival (CCER) could save Rs424 billion by creating a Single Treasury Account, Rs54 billion in six months by a…

Bridging the gaps in the region

The recent Iran-Saudi Arabian rapprochement has taken place against the backdrop of America’s evolving role in the Middle East and deepening strategic partnerships between China and the Gulf states. Pakistan…

CPEC: from vision to reality

As the high-level delegation from China commemorates the completion of a decade of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), it is essential to reflect on the journey from vision to reality.…

BRI: The road to progress – Part I

China and Pakistan’s iron-clad friendship and strategic partnership through thick and thin needs no introduction. In 1951, the two nations officially started diplomatic interactions. Over the subsequent 70 plus years,…

Saudi Arabia: a paradigm shift–II

While Pakistan is embroiled in an economic, political, social and constitutional crisis, the region is undergoing a major transformation. Pakistan is well positioned—strategically and logistically—to cash in on this and…