Towards a new eco-social contract
At the recent UNFPA Asia-Pacific Leadership Conference, I had the honour of moderating a panel discussion on demographic diversity. The panel discussion delved into the complexities of developing new business…
Multi-crises
Multi-crises are the presence of several crises occurring simultaneously. A complex emergency is defined as a circumstance marked by multiple interrelated crises, necessitating a comprehensive and coordinated response. Sounds familiar!…
Debt and austerity: developing world deep in economic crises
In its ‘World Economic Outlook, October 2023’ Report, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said that ‘The global recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine remains slow…
From crises to cultivation
Today, Pakistanis are being compelled to risk their lives for necessities as basic as a sack of wheat. When flour becomes more valuable than human life, it serves as a…
Three urgent national crises
Three urgent national crises will remain unaddressed no matter who comes out on top in the political and institutional free-for-all battle royale that currently rages among Pakistan’s elite. The reason…
Social dimensions and IMF deals
Political economists believe that economic growth is important, but it alone cannot help reduce poverty and inequality, marring prosperity, unless the right choices and unbiased selection of priorities are made…
Financing social protection without incurring debt
Expenditure on social protection will lead to accumulation of debt if not financed through revenues, grants or donations. A part of expenditure on social protection can easily be financed through…
Economic crises
Economic crises shine a spotlight on a society’s inequities and hierarchies, as well as its commitment to support those who are most vulnerable in such grievous moments. The calamity created…
The EU counts its crises as problems mount
A populist government in Rome, political instability in Madrid, democratic crises in the east and a transatlantic trade war to the west: the European Union faces threats and challenges on…
A social worker in the court of free market
"We came to power for the welfare of the poor. We have no right to continue staying in power if we don't care about them," Prime Minister Imran Khan said…
