Stories by Dr Niaz Murtaza
Niaz Murtaza is a senior fellow with UC Berkeley and heads INSPIRING Pakistan, a progressive think tank. He is also a dual citizen. Follow him on Twitter @NiazMurtaza2
Devolved democracy was imperative but also very hard to graft.
Published 25 Nov, 2025 06:02am
We have long been a classic case of perverse trends.
Published 11 Nov, 2025 07:29am
We must secure our own soil.
Published 28 Oct, 2025 07:54am
Malala, with her humble roots, still rose to be Malala.
Published 14 Oct, 2025 07:17am
Any muscle we lend must ace those of foes.
Published 30 Sep, 2025 07:42am
How the next cohort rules will be critical.
Published 16 Sep, 2025 07:48am
Flawed policies are fomenting future trouble.
Published 02 Sep, 2025 04:33am
The main harm has been done to democracy.
Published 19 Aug, 2025 07:32am
The state’s response has only been force.
Published 05 Aug, 2025 05:19am
The current set-up’s electoral chances look grim.
Published 22 Jul, 2025 08:53am
Judicial freedom comes from ending the executive hold on judges.
Published 08 Jul, 2025 05:04am
Success feeds evil ambition doubly fast. If US and Israel defeat Iran, they may soon plot to bring down Russia and China.
Updated 24 Jun, 2025 09:03am
Gaps in our Constitution have led to multiple crises.
Published 10 Jun, 2025 08:15am
Only talks based on a spirit of give and take can assure peace and progress.
Published 27 May, 2025 05:57am
Direct talks are the best way to end the threats.
Published 13 May, 2025 06:45am
The vision for the future is flawed.
Published 29 Apr, 2025 06:21am
Trump targets weak groups while the rich get tax breaks.
Published 15 Apr, 2025 08:14am
The system persists and these cosmetic changes give it life.
Published 18 Mar, 2025 08:21am
Reforms have largely stalled under the current set-up.
Published 04 Mar, 2025 07:36am
Divided institutions are captured by the elites.
Published 18 Feb, 2025 07:54am
