Performing a political wonder
Although delayed once before, the all-parties conference (APC) called by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has now been deferred indefinitely. The conference was to discuss and develop a consensus on ways…
Political planet
IN 2019, the journal Science Advances published a study about the state of the world’s glaciers. This study found that glaciers in the Himalayan mountain range were melting much faster…
IMF programme & challenges
Pakistan’s economic journey took a momentous turn after it bid farewell to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in August 2016, after successfully completing twelfth and final review of Extended Fund…
Energy challenges
We no longer have the luxury to exist in an isolated ecosystem where we can pre-determine the effect of international events on our policies and strategies. It has, instead become…
Political stability critical to attaining sustainable external account stability
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has managed to maintain forex reserves despite facing substantial debt servicing payments. This indicates that the SBP has been actively purchasing dollars from the…
Multilateralism’s role in addressing global challenges discussed
Speakers during a seminar noted the importance of multilateralism and diplomacy in a world brimming with complexities and adversities and said no single country can address today’s challenges alone, underscoring…
Change the political chessboard
Pakistan stands at a critical juncture in its democratic journey, grappling with a deepening political crisis that threatens to undermine the very fabric of its society. At the heart of…
FDI: challenges and the way forward
An essential component of a robust and open economic system, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) serves as a crucial driver for development. In the case of Pakistan, it has been eagerly…
A low growth trap: assessing challenges
Over the past two years, the Pakistani economy has weathered a highly turbulent period. Inflation reached unprecedented levels, marking a historical peak, while real economic growth plunged into negative territory…
Challenges before the new finance minister
President Asif Ali Zardari has taken oath from the newly-inducted Federal Cabinet headed by second time Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif. Among the 19-member cabinet, 13 are members of…
