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Right (wo)man for the job

Just like there is always the right tool for every job, there is a right person for every position, someone who possesses the skills and experience necessary to address the…

The Kurram conundrum

The Kurram district, situated in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has historically been a region of considerable strategic significance and cultural depth. Nestled along the western frontier, it shares a volatile border with…

The new colonisation

THE world already knows about the outsize role that the richest man in the world — billionaire Elon Musk — played in the 2024 American presidential election. As has been…

Trade distortions

PAKISTAN’s exports are not increasing at a fast rate, perhaps because the authorities give incentives to traditional export sectors and restrict imports through tariff walls. We often overlook the link…

A ceasefire in a land of conflict

District Kurram has long been embroiled in conflict, driven by tribal land disputes and exacerbated by sectarian tensions. The region is home to both Sunni and Shia populations, with tribes…

Unpacking IT challenges

The Information Technology (IT) sector holds immense potential to transform businesses and create new job markets for entrepreneurs. IT encompasses a broad range of areas, including software development, hardware manufacturing,…

For a tech-driven Pakistan

As the modern world accelerates towards a future purely dominated by technology, digitisation, and innovation, Pakistan finds itself at a major crossroads. The US recently elected JD Vance as its…

The mighty caste system: Part – I

Industrial growth and economic development greatly transformed Western societies, bringing structural, political and social changes that helped them get rid of old customs and traditions. The Industrial Revolution led to…

Revival of cotton a must

The significance of cotton for Pakistan’s economy is fundamental, as it plays a pivotal role in agriculture, industry, and employment sectors. Cotton is a key crop in the agricultural sector,…