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Political dialogue is indispensable

Communication and negotiation are indispensable pillars of politics, serving as a bridge between conflicting ideologies and facilitating solutions that ensure governance, stability, and progress. History is replete with examples where…

Political rhetoric

Last week, PM Imran Khan distributed ‘certificates of appreciation’ to the top 10 best-performing federal ministers. Before ‘honouring’ his ministers, the PM should have realised that even after the completion…

OIC’s approach

NOTWITHSANDING the positive outcome of the two-day conference of Islamic foreign ministers in Niger’s capital last month, Pakistan need not be euphoric nor forget some of the fundamental differences between our pan-Islamic…

The ANP’s Existential Crisis

The ANP’s existential crisis

The ANP recently suspended the membership of two of its stalwarts– Afrasiab Khattak and Bushra Gohar – for violating party discipline. Although the party did not specify the charges against…

The History Of Documents

The history of documents

In history writing, documents are the basic source that provide material on the past and contribute in constructing political, social and economic history. These historical documents used to be written…

Bilawal’s Journey

Bilawal’s journey

The PPP is undoubtedly the most successful political dynasty and electoral franchise in Pakistan. Its success was built upon a popular political slogan ‘roti kapra aur makaan’ – its social…

The exodus

In recent years, the exodus of Pakistanis seeking better opportunities abroad has surged dramatically. For many, pursuing education overseas has become the most accessible gateway to migrate to developed countries.…

One step forward,two steps back

As we stand at the threshold of 2025, Pakistan faces a moment of reckoning – a year shaped by the successes and struggles of the past. The contradictions of 2024…

Global economy: China anchor of stability

Amid numerous challenges faced by the global economy, China, as the world’s second-largest economy, continues to serve as an “anchor of stability” and “source of momentum” for global economic development,…