SOEs, fiscal discipline & reforms
Despite a wave of privatization in the last 3 decades, SOEs still contribute significantly to the economic growth of both developed and developing countries (Robinett 2006). For example, SOEs account…
Technology deal doldrums give bankers the job-hopping itch
When a senior Goldman Sachs technology banker delivered a grim prediction to his colleagues earlier this year, it marked the beginning of downturn that would result in some bankers leaving.…
Privacy matters
Meta, to put it rather inelegantly, has a data non-compliance problem. That problem began in the original conception of Facebook, a social network conceived by that most anti-social of types,…
The dream of a digital Pakistan
In today’s rapidly evolving world, digital transformation has become a necessity. Pakistan is no exception to this. The need for digital transformation is driven by the increasing reliance on technology,…
Innovative economies
Innovation and entrepreneurship have now become the key drivers of fast-growing world economies. Countries that have realized this and are implementing aggressive strategies for implementation of national innovation and entrepreneurship…
As net tightens, Iranians pushed to take up homegrown apps
Banned from using popular Western apps, Iranians have been left with little choice but to take up state-backed alternatives, as the authorities tighten internet restrictions for security reasons following months…
Lessons from Korea
Pakistan faces serious existential challenges after decades of misdirected governance. The only way to survive in this highly competitive world – where knowledge rather than natural resources have become key…
The dual-use dilemma
Due to the intensifying geopolitical and technological competition, defence and security forces around the world now integrate civilian technology to stay ahead of their adversaries. This has given rise to…
Lessons from China
The process of socio-economic development in developing countries is a challenging task. There is much to learn however from the successes of China; never in human history have the lives…
Resetting foreign economic relations : Part – II
China: there are several areas where the ongoing cooperation between Pakistan and China should be continued but at least three areas need to be focused for accelerated implementation. These are:…
