Expand Ehsaas, extend lockdown
Pakistan’s health crisis could explode , gravely crippling its society, economy and national security, if the lockdown is lifted prematurely. The Almighty has been very kind to Pakistan so far.…
Ease of doing business reform
Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi seems to have fully recognised the criticality of 'ease of doing business' in order to attract investments and enhance exports. Recognising the slide in country's…
A necessary initiative
On Friday January 17, yet another Ehsaas Saylani Langar was inaugurated on the premises of PIMS Islamabad by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Social Protection and Poverty Alleviation…
Prevalence of ‘decent work’
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has described ‘decent work’ as employment which, first, provides for adequate earnings, second, is completed in decent work time, third, ensures stability and security of…
Rescuing the stock market
With brakes on growth, and the economy drifting towards stagflation amid rising interest rates, the equity market is the last thing a government wants sliding even if it is dizzy.…
Protecting the gig economy
Gone are the days when people used to work in an enterprise for decades and leave only on superannuation. With the advancement in technology, various kinds of digital labour platforms…
Neglected priority
THERE is no doubt that the government is confronted with myriad challenges in need of urgent attention; it must not only face them effectively but also bring about tangible improvements.…
Protecting construction workers
Most of us have passed by a construction site and have found workers toiling without any protective equipment, like gloves, helmets, or work boots. The scene turns rather gruesome if…
Labour amendments
THE 18th Amendment was passed in April, 2010, but a controversy still rages: should it be rolled back? Realistically, after a constitutional amendment, or in fact an amendment to any…
Laws and devolution
May Day or Labour Day is celebrated in remembrance of those striking workers who were killed by Chicago police on May 3 and 4, 1886. The event got wide attention…
