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Invisible farmers

Women are the backbone of Pakistan’s agricultural sector, constituting a significant portion of the labour force. Despite their indispensable role, they face persistent challenges, including constrained ownership of resources, wage…

Innovation in education

Pakistan’s higher education system is at a critical juncture and needs immediate and bold reforms to align with the demands of the modern world. For too long have outdated practices…

The Duck Curve challenge

As the world embraces the era of energy transition, Pakistan stands at a critical juncture where adopting a Just Energy Transition mechanism is not just a choice but an imperative…

Zooming in on China

One of the most important factors and common denominators behind the success of great empires was the level of preparedness and willingness to struggle to achieve national goals. The same…

Environmental diplomacy

The art of downplaying a dilemma or a disaster has been mastered by Pakistani politicians. They have done so in the past – and continue this trend with the ongoing…

Talent dilemma—to be, or not to be…

What a talent. Spectacular, superb. These are some exclamations that we normally hear when we see some extraordinary potential or performer. The search for talent is a top priority in…

The scientific revolution’s call to rulers

The scientific and technological revolution that began after World War II has fundamentally reshaped global development. Its effects are evident across economies, societies, and international power dynamics. From pioneering innovations…

Two wars

FOLLOWING 9/11, the ashes of the World Trade Centre in New York ignited fires in different parts of the world. Even now, 23 years later, those fires are proving difficult…

Towards fiscal & digital reforms

Pakistan has faced significant challenges in balancing the distribution of power and fiscal responsibilities between its federal and provincial governments. The landmark Constitution (Eighteenth Amendment) Act, 2010 [18th Amendment] effective…