Broadening the tax base
Pakistan’s recurring struggle with tax collection is not simply a question of revenue; it is fundamentally a matter of fairness, economic balance, and sustainable governance. Despite repeated efforts…
The Public Purview
Editorial
Democratic setback
The federal government’s decision to place Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under governor’s rule and dissolve the authority of an elected provincial administration marks one of the…
Breaking the cycle
Pakistan’s struggle against poverty remains one of the country’s most pressing social and economic challenges. While recent economic indicators have pointed towards a degree…
University of Swat Reviews Finances and Development Projects
SWAT: The University of Swat has reviewed administrative performance, financial management and the progress of ongoing development projects during a high-level meeting chaired by…
Beyond the bailout
Pakistan’s latest agreement with the International Monetary Fund has generated little controversy, and that in itself is a noteworthy development. Unlike previous review rounds…
Path to consensus
Pakistan’s political environment once again stands at a delicate crossroads where confrontation and dialogue are competing for space. Recent developments between the federal government…
Saudi ties, prudent choices
Pakistan’s enduring relationship with Saudi Arabia has once again come into focus following signs that members of a regional defence arrangement may be mobilised…
Reviving agricultural competitiveness
Agriculture remains one of the most important pillars of Pakistan’s economy, sustaining millions of livelihoods, supporting rural communities and contributing significantly to national output.…
Dialogue Still Matters
Pakistan’s political leadership once again finds itself at a critical juncture where restraint, wisdom and commitment to democratic engagement are being tested. Recent negotiations…
Sustainable growth path
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s recent emphasis on moving the economy beyond stabilisation and towards growth, employment generation and export expansion reflects a timely recognition…
Avoiding Escalation
Pakistan’s political landscape has once again entered a period of heightened uncertainty, as tensions between the government and opposition continue to intensify at a…
Muhammad Yasin Takes Charge as President of ICMA Pakistan
KARACHI, PAKISTAN — Muhammad Yasin, FCMA, has assumed charge as President of the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA Pakistan). Yasin…
Building Deeper Markets
Pakistan’s policymakers have long focused on stabilising public finances, improving revenue collection and managing fiscal pressures. While these objectives remain important, sustainable economic progress…
United Against Terror
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa stands at the centre of Pakistan’s ongoing struggle against terrorism, and the burden of leadership during such a period is immense. The…
Truth Above Noise
At a time when information travels across the globe in seconds, the greatest challenge facing modern societies is no longer obtaining news but determining…
Facing Balochistan’s Challenges
Lasting peace in Balochistan cannot be achieved through optimism alone. It requires a clear understanding of the province’s complex security, political and socioeconomic realities.…
Beyond the Bailout
Pakistan’s economic managers can point to a number of encouraging indicators. Inflationary pressures have eased compared to previous peaks, fiscal discipline has strengthened, and…