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Land reforms in GB

GILGIT-Baltistan’s unclear political status remains the primary obstacle to its progress and development. Historically, the region has viewed itself as an integral part of Pakistan with its people independently liberating…

Pakistan’s flawed tax structure

Donor agencies have been clamouring for reforms in Pakistan’s unfair, inequitable and anomalous tax structure but to date to no avail. Ideally, the onus of tax revenue must shift away…

Urban reforms

OLD and new challenges continue to haunt Karachi’s residents. Since the beginning of this year, a large number of people have died in road accidents. Families blame different cadres across…

Pakistan in dire need of reforms

The economic situation in Pakistan remains complex, with fluctuating growth rates, high prices of commodities, and economic disparities shaping the financial framework. The persistent fiscal deficit, compounded by heavy reliance…

What judicial reforms?

Pakistan’s judicial system is mired with inefficiencies, delays and lack of access to justice. Over the years, these issues have undermined public trust and hindered the effective delivery of justice.…

Need for institutional reforms

Pakistan’s economy has started showing positive signs of recovery and resilience after years of grappling with inflationary pressures, fiscal imbalances, and external debt challenges. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS)…

Need for institutional reforms

Pakistan’s economy has started showing positive signs of recovery and resilience after years of grappling with inflationary pressures, fiscal imbalances, and external debt challenges. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS)…

Education reforms

EDUCATIONAL reforms in the country have, from the start, struggled with issues of inequality, access, quality, and relevance. Major challenges have included insufficient public spending on education, low literacy rates,…

SCO, IMF & reforms

Hosting the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Islamabad by Pakistan on October 15-16, 2024 was a good omen after a long period of diplomatic isolation. The event provided a…