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Turning stability into transformation
Pakistan’s economy appears to be entering a more stable phase, but the real test now lies ahead. As Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal has rightly pointed out, macroeconomic stability alone cannot deli…
Strengthening public health
Pakistan's renewed focus on local vaccine production, reforms in the nursing sector is a timely and encouraging development. The meeting chaired by Federal Minister for National Health Services Mustafa Kamal signals that the government is treating healthc…
The time to invest in nature is now
The decision by the federal government and the Sindh government to launch a province-wide tree plantation drive and Urban Forest Programme is a welcome step at a time when Pakistan faces increasingly severe climate challenges. With rising temperatures, wo…
Green dreams demand strong delivery
 The Green Industrial Economic Zone offers Punjab a rare opportunity to demonstrate that economic growth and environmental responsibility are not competing priorities but complementary objectives. If pursued with transparency, professionalism, and un…
From forecasts to action: Closing the disaster response gap
As climate change continues to intensify the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, Pakistan cannot afford to rely solely on emergency measures. Preparedness must become a permanent national priority rather than a seasonal response. Effective g…
From vision to reality
Railways have historically been more than a means of transportation; they have served as instruments of national integration, economic expansion and regional connectivity. Pakistan's renewed emphasis on modernizing its railway network, therefore, deserves…
Closing the gap, expanding opportunities
Pakistan’s achievement in narrowing the gender digital divide should be viewed as a beginning rather than an endpoint. The next phase must focus on ensuring that connectivity leads to empowerment. Bridging the remaining gap will require stronger digital e…
Pakistan’s export strategy faces its moment of truth
The govt's vision of an export-led economy is both sensible and necessary. But success will depend less on ambitious targets and more on consistent implementation, institutional reforms and a genuine partnership with the private sector. Only then can Paki…
Turning regional connectivity into economic opportunity
Pakistan's engagement with the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) programme has gained renewed momentum at a time when regional trade and economic integration are becoming increasingly important for sustainable growth. Recent meeting betwe…
Digital promise, real test
Pakistan’s digital transformation agenda has received a fresh boost with the government’s renewed focus on expanding connectivity, reforming telecom policies, and preparing the country for the rollout of 5G services. Addressing the GSMA Digital Nation Pak…
Turning brain gain into national gain
Pakistan has the long benefited from contributions of its overseas community, primarily through remittances. However, the value of the diaspora extends far beyond financial support. It includes access to cutting-edge research, technological expertise, ent…
Pakistan’s export strategy faces its moment of truth
The govt's vision of an export-led economy is both sensible and necessary. But success will depend less on ambitious targets and more on consistent implementation, institutional reforms and a genuine partnership with the private sector. Only then can Paki…
Strengthening public health
Pakistan's renewed focus on local vaccine production, reforms in the nursing sector is a timely and encouraging development. The meeting chaired by Federal Minister for National Health Services Mustafa Kamal signals that the government is treating healthc…
The time to invest in nature is now
The decision by the federal government and the Sindh government to launch a province-wide tree plantation drive and Urban Forest Programme is a welcome step at a time when Pakistan faces increasingly severe climate challenges. With rising temperatures, wo…
Green dreams demand strong delivery
 The Green Industrial Economic Zone offers Punjab a rare opportunity to demonstrate that economic growth and environmental responsibility are not competing priorities but complementary objectives. If pursued with transparency, professionalism, and un…
From forecasts to action: Closing the disaster response gap
As climate change continues to intensify the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, Pakistan cannot afford to rely solely on emergency measures. Preparedness must become a permanent national priority rather than a seasonal response. Effective g…
From vision to reality
Railways have historically been more than a means of transportation; they have served as instruments of national integration, economic expansion and regional connectivity. Pakistan's renewed emphasis on modernizing its railway network, therefore, deserves…
Closing the gap, expanding opportunities
Pakistan’s achievement in narrowing the gender digital divide should be viewed as a beginning rather than an endpoint. The next phase must focus on ensuring that connectivity leads to empowerment. Bridging the remaining gap will require stronger digital e…
Pakistan’s export strategy faces its moment of truth
The govt's vision of an export-led economy is both sensible and necessary. But success will depend less on ambitious targets and more on consistent implementation, institutional reforms and a genuine partnership with the private sector. Only then can Paki…
Turning regional connectivity into economic opportunity
Pakistan's engagement with the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) programme has gained renewed momentum at a time when regional trade and economic integration are becoming increasingly important for sustainable growth. Recent meeting betwe…
Digital promise, real test
Pakistan’s digital transformation agenda has received a fresh boost with the government’s renewed focus on expanding connectivity, reforming telecom policies, and preparing the country for the rollout of 5G services. Addressing the GSMA Digital Nation Pak…

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