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Independent Lawyers Group (Asma Jahangir Group) Announces Nominees for SCBA Elections 2026-27

A Vital Shield
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…
Opportunity or overreach?
The reported handling of 3,485 TEUs at Port Qasim Authority through the Qasim International Container Terminal is not merely a routine operational milestone; it reflects a broader ambition to capture a greater share of transshipment traffic that has histo…
One hour, one responsibility
This year’s theme, “Give an Hour for Earth,” resonates strongly in a country increasingly on the frontlines of climate change. While Pakistan contributes less than one percent to global greenhouse gas emissions, it continues to bear a disproportionate bur…
Climate action takes root – but will it survive?
The plan to begin regular plantation campaigns after March 31, spanning one to two months and multiple locations, signals a shift toward continuity, something environmental initiatives in Pakistan have historically lacked. Too often, tree planting has bee…
A policy opportunity that must not be wasted
For years, undocumented migrants many of whom contribute meaningfully to their host countries’ economies have lived in a state of uncertainty. Spain’s expected regularization initiative offers a rare window of opportunity for thousands of Pakistanis to se…
A stable present, an uncertain energy future
Pakistan’s energy managers appear to be walking a tightrope balancing global uncertainty with domestic stability and, for now, they seem to be holding the line. The recent meeting of the Committee to Monitor Petrol Prices, chaired by Finance Minister Muha…
Economic reality check
At its core, the policy attempts to balance two competing imperatives: stabilizing public finances while shielding the most vulnerable segments of society. The government’s decision to slash fuel expenditures by 50 percent, suspend non-essential official …
National integration and growth
Pakistan Railways has long been more than a transport utility; it is the steel spine of the federation, binding distant regions into a single economic and social space. The latest announcements by Muhammad Hanif Abbasi therefore deserve attention not mere…
A Nation’s Pledge: Justice, Unity, Progress
Every year on Pakistan Day, the nation pauses to reflect on its founding ideals and renew its commitment to a shared future. This year, as the country marks the anniversary of the historic Lahore Resolution, the occasion carries a renewed urgenc…
Deepening Opportunity
Pakistan’s maritime sector, long regarded as an underutilized pillar of economic potential, may be on the cusp of meaningful transformation. The ongoing dredging of the Karachi Port Trust’s main channel is not merely a technical exercise it represents a s…
War on Illicit Wealth
The federal government’s decision to launch an aggressive nationwide crackdown on money laundering and hawala/hundi networks marks a critical moment in Pakistan’s long struggle to formalize its financial system and restore economic credibility. Chaired by…

Islamabad Peace  Talks

A Vital Shield

Ceasefire reflects a strong desire for peace, dignity, and progress

Crisis at the door
When disaster strikes, the immediate images of destruction—torrential waters, collapsed homes, and flooded fields dominate the news cycle. Yet, for millions around the globe, the crisis doesn't recede when the waters do. In regions recently ravaged by ext…
Opportunity or overreach?
The reported handling of 3,485 TEUs at Port Qasim Authority through the Qasim International Container Terminal is not merely a routine operational milestone; it reflects a broader ambition to capture a greater share of transshipment traffic that has histo…
One hour, one responsibility
This year’s theme, “Give an Hour for Earth,” resonates strongly in a country increasingly on the frontlines of climate change. While Pakistan contributes less than one percent to global greenhouse gas emissions, it continues to bear a disproportionate bur…
Climate action takes root – but will it survive?
The plan to begin regular plantation campaigns after March 31, spanning one to two months and multiple locations, signals a shift toward continuity, something environmental initiatives in Pakistan have historically lacked. Too often, tree planting has bee…
A policy opportunity that must not be wasted
For years, undocumented migrants many of whom contribute meaningfully to their host countries’ economies have lived in a state of uncertainty. Spain’s expected regularization initiative offers a rare window of opportunity for thousands of Pakistanis to se…
A stable present, an uncertain energy future
Pakistan’s energy managers appear to be walking a tightrope balancing global uncertainty with domestic stability and, for now, they seem to be holding the line. The recent meeting of the Committee to Monitor Petrol Prices, chaired by Finance Minister Muha…
Economic reality check
At its core, the policy attempts to balance two competing imperatives: stabilizing public finances while shielding the most vulnerable segments of society. The government’s decision to slash fuel expenditures by 50 percent, suspend non-essential official …
National integration and growth
Pakistan Railways has long been more than a transport utility; it is the steel spine of the federation, binding distant regions into a single economic and social space. The latest announcements by Muhammad Hanif Abbasi therefore deserve attention not mere…
A Nation’s Pledge: Justice, Unity, Progress
Every year on Pakistan Day, the nation pauses to reflect on its founding ideals and renew its commitment to a shared future. This year, as the country marks the anniversary of the historic Lahore Resolution, the occasion carries a renewed urgenc…
Deepening Opportunity
Pakistan’s maritime sector, long regarded as an underutilized pillar of economic potential, may be on the cusp of meaningful transformation. The ongoing dredging of the Karachi Port Trust’s main channel is not merely a technical exercise it represents a s…

Islamabad Peace  Talks

A Vital Shield

Ceasefire reflects a strong desire for peace, dignity, and progress

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