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A cornerstone of Pakistan’s fiscal federalism
The National Finance Commission (NFC) Award, a constitutional obligation under Article 160 of the Constitution of Pakistan, is the bedrock of fiscal federalism in the country. It serves as a vital mechanism for the vertical and horizontal distribution of …
Global action needs stronger natural systems
In an era defined by an urgent climate crisis, where every nation grapples with the dual challenge of mitigating emissions and adapting to intensifying impacts, Pakistan's forest restoration efforts presented at a recent COP30 side event offer a compellin…
A call to listen and act for every child
World Children’s Day, a global day of action for children, by children, marking the adoption of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. This year's theme, "My day, my rights", is a powerful reminder that every child, everywhere, is entitled to funda…
The Real Mission
Despite the UN Security Council passing a US-drafted resolution that essentially supports President Donald Trump's "peace plan" for Gaza, it is unlikely to bring long-term peace to the occupied territories due to the document's ambiguity and Palestinian o…
Climate and Population, Pakistan’s True Economic Test
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has delivered a timely and stark message: Pakistan’s long-term economic outlook is inextricably tied to its ability to confront the twin national challenges of rapid population growth and…
Pakistan’s great transformation challenge
The interplay between agriculture and food security is the foundational challenge for Pakistan's government. As an agrarian economy, the health of its farms directly dictates the well-being of its rapidly growing population. While the government has consi…
Funding the Future
Pakistan stands at a critical juncture in the global economy, one where technological prowess is the ultimate currency. Yet, while the world races towards automation and the Fourth Industrial Revolution, our education system remains largely anchored in th…
Air pollution and climate change
Air pollution and climate change are often discussed as separate environmental crises, each demanding unique solutions. Yet, this approach fundamentally misunderstands the challenge. These are not two battles; they are two fronts in a single, existential …
Pakistan’s Digital Future
The Federal Cabinet’s approval of the National AI Policy 2025 is a defining moment, signaling Pakistan's official entry into the global race for technological supremacy. Far from being a mere statement of intent, this policy—which aims to train one millio…
Climate crisis
Pakistan’s launch of the “Modernization of Hydromet Services of Pakistan” (MHSP) project marks a critical, long-overdue investment in survival. In a nation where the 2022 floods displaced over 33 million people and where torrential rains continue to wreak…
The New Diplomatic Frontline
The Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference, recently concluded in Islamabad, was more than a ceremonial gathering; it was a potent call to action for the world’s legislative bodies. Under the banner of “Peace, Security and Development,” the address by C…

A cornerstone of Pakistan’s fiscal federalism

Cylinder explosion at Namal University, 3 students injured

Field Marshal honors troops for success in Cambrian Patrol competition

A Framework of Rights and Realities
Pakistan possesses a comprehensive legal framework for labour, rooted in its Constitution and guided by international labour standards set by the International Labour Organization (ILO), of which it has been an active member since 1947. This body of law a…
Global action needs stronger natural systems
In an era defined by an urgent climate crisis, where every nation grapples with the dual challenge of mitigating emissions and adapting to intensifying impacts, Pakistan's forest restoration efforts presented at a recent COP30 side event offer a compellin…
A call to listen and act for every child
World Children’s Day, a global day of action for children, by children, marking the adoption of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. This year's theme, "My day, my rights", is a powerful reminder that every child, everywhere, is entitled to funda…
The Real Mission
Despite the UN Security Council passing a US-drafted resolution that essentially supports President Donald Trump's "peace plan" for Gaza, it is unlikely to bring long-term peace to the occupied territories due to the document's ambiguity and Palestinian o…
Climate and Population, Pakistan’s True Economic Test
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has delivered a timely and stark message: Pakistan’s long-term economic outlook is inextricably tied to its ability to confront the twin national challenges of rapid population growth and…
Pakistan’s great transformation challenge
The interplay between agriculture and food security is the foundational challenge for Pakistan's government. As an agrarian economy, the health of its farms directly dictates the well-being of its rapidly growing population. While the government has consi…
Funding the Future
Pakistan stands at a critical juncture in the global economy, one where technological prowess is the ultimate currency. Yet, while the world races towards automation and the Fourth Industrial Revolution, our education system remains largely anchored in th…
Air pollution and climate change
Air pollution and climate change are often discussed as separate environmental crises, each demanding unique solutions. Yet, this approach fundamentally misunderstands the challenge. These are not two battles; they are two fronts in a single, existential …
Pakistan’s Digital Future
The Federal Cabinet’s approval of the National AI Policy 2025 is a defining moment, signaling Pakistan's official entry into the global race for technological supremacy. Far from being a mere statement of intent, this policy—which aims to train one millio…
Climate crisis
Pakistan’s launch of the “Modernization of Hydromet Services of Pakistan” (MHSP) project marks a critical, long-overdue investment in survival. In a nation where the 2022 floods displaced over 33 million people and where torrential rains continue to wreak…

A cornerstone of Pakistan’s fiscal federalism

Cylinder explosion at Namal University, 3 students injured

Field Marshal honors troops for success in Cambrian Patrol competition

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