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A wake-up call for energy diversification

A wake-up call for energy diversification
The minister’s candid acknowledgment of the risks associated with the closure of the Strait demonstrates a welcome realism. Energy security is no longer a theoretical policy debate; it is an immediate operational priority. In a global environment where su…
A test of resolve and responsibility
Over the years, Pakistan has made notable progress in reducing polio cases through sustained immunization drives, improved surveillance, and closer coordination with international partners. Yet, the persistence of the virus highlights enduring challenges:…
NFC Award
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 …
Investing in health is investing in our future
We mark the annual International Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day. This year's theme, "A Critical Investment for a Healthier and More Resilient World," resonates with unprecedented urgency. It is a powerful reminder that universal health coverage is no…
Pakistan pushes for collective action
As the world marks the 77th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), Pakistan’s renewed commitment articulated by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar arrives at a moment when global human rights st…
Energy reform gains momentum
The Federal Government’s recent decision to significantly reduce electricity charges for Pakistan’s industrial and agricultural sectors marks a timely and strategic step toward easing the cost of doing business and reinvigorating the economy. At a moment …
Destruction across the Gaza Strip
The catastrophic destruction across the Gaza Strip has been described by educators as a scholasticide. With nearly 90% of school buildings damaged or destroyed, and over 625,000 children denied formal education for more than a year, the crisis is not mere…
Low rainfall threatens crops
The Pakistan Meteorological Department’s latest seasonal outlook for winter 2025–26 arrives as a quiet correction to earlier public perceptions. While chatter across media and social platforms had suggested an exceptionally cold winter, the PMD now confir…
Battle of Development
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal’s address at the closing ceremony of IAPEX 2025 serves as a timely reminder of the nation’s unfinished responsibilities and the urgent need for collective introspection. His em…
Upscaling Green Pakistan Programme
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 new chapter in Pakistan-Canada cooperation
The recent meeting between Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari and Canadian High Commissioner Tarik Ali Khan marks a constructive step toward diversifying Pakistan’s energy partnerships and attracting much-needed foreign i…

India Was Never Truly Iran’s Friend

The only path for regional security

People’s problems should be reduced: SK Niazi

Rising Influenza threat and the need for vigilance
As winter sets in across Pakistan, the arrival of flu season once again poses a serious public health challenge. Influenza, commonly referred to as the flu, is often underestimated as a routine seasonal illness. However, its rapid spread, potential compli…
A test of resolve and responsibility
Over the years, Pakistan has made notable progress in reducing polio cases through sustained immunization drives, improved surveillance, and closer coordination with international partners. Yet, the persistence of the virus highlights enduring challenges:…
NFC Award
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 …
Investing in health is investing in our future
We mark the annual International Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day. This year's theme, "A Critical Investment for a Healthier and More Resilient World," resonates with unprecedented urgency. It is a powerful reminder that universal health coverage is no…
Pakistan pushes for collective action
As the world marks the 77th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), Pakistan’s renewed commitment articulated by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar arrives at a moment when global human rights st…
Energy reform gains momentum
The Federal Government’s recent decision to significantly reduce electricity charges for Pakistan’s industrial and agricultural sectors marks a timely and strategic step toward easing the cost of doing business and reinvigorating the economy. At a moment …
Destruction across the Gaza Strip
The catastrophic destruction across the Gaza Strip has been described by educators as a scholasticide. With nearly 90% of school buildings damaged or destroyed, and over 625,000 children denied formal education for more than a year, the crisis is not mere…
Low rainfall threatens crops
The Pakistan Meteorological Department’s latest seasonal outlook for winter 2025–26 arrives as a quiet correction to earlier public perceptions. While chatter across media and social platforms had suggested an exceptionally cold winter, the PMD now confir…
Battle of Development
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal’s address at the closing ceremony of IAPEX 2025 serves as a timely reminder of the nation’s unfinished responsibilities and the urgent need for collective introspection. His em…
Upscaling Green Pakistan Programme
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…

India Was Never Truly Iran’s Friend

The only path for regional security

People’s problems should be reduced: SK Niazi

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