2026-27: Budget: Moving towards competitiveness The most consequential reform is the transformation of the tax administration to a technology-driven, data-led model. Updated 15 Jun, 2026 09:29am
Pakistani women taking the lead The country’s poor performance on global gender indices is as much a failure of measurement as a failure of policy Published 01 Jun, 2026 08:05am
Stability as strategy in an energy crisis Excessive tightening now could discourage investment, raise borrowing costs, and disrupt business activity, especially for smaller firms. Updated 11 May, 2026 10:30am
The India-US deal in a changing world The agreement represents a stark break from India’s long-standing trade posture and comes close to a capitulation under sustained pressure. Updated 09 Feb, 2026 07:47am
2026 OUTLOOK: Journey of highs and lows Though much remains to be achieved on the social front, the current scenario offers a boost not only to homegrown economics but also to Pakistan’s international stature. Updated 29 Dec, 2025 07:23am
A roadmap, not a reprimand The IMF diagnostic report is neither an audit of the current administration nor a verdict on its performance over the past year. Updated 01 Dec, 2025 07:26am
Shifting sands The global trade order is undergoing a profound transformation. Updated 04 Aug, 2025 03:02pm
The urgency of tariff reforms Pakistan’s outdated tariff system has dragged the economy down, shielding inefficiency, stifling innovation, and cutting us off from global markets. Updated 10 Jun, 2025 11:31am
Adapting to Trump’s new tariffs Many textile exporters view them and the newly reduced power rates as an opportunity to attract fresh investments. Updated 07 Apr, 2025 11:05am
IMF support and government reforms If Pakistan can enhance productivity and increase economic openness, it could overcome its debt challenges independently. Updated 14 Oct, 2024 08:17am
The year in review The only way forward for the current government is to complete the ongoing IMF programme as per the extended schedule of June 2023 Published 02 Jan, 2023 07:55am
Much ado about nothing Pakistan wants to keep its protectionist policies intact but also be seen as moving towards global integration through trade. Updated 07 Nov, 2022 08:50am
Daronomics — good or bad for the economy? Energy subsidies of about Rs100bn to exporting sectors means exporting subsidised energy to other countries. Updated 25 Oct, 2022 11:50am
Four reasons why devaluation will hurt the Pakistani economy In each previous instance, abrupt devaluation brought about economic distress, which lasted for several years. Updated 10 Oct, 2017 10:14am
Water — Pakistan’s most critical challenge Considering the enormity of the challenge, it is time government accorded its highest priority to water issues. Published 25 Apr, 2016 06:49am
