Can economy rise from the ashes?

The phoenix is a mythological bird that after living 100 years bursts into flames and turns to ashes. It is painful to witness but the Pakistani economy appears turning to ashes presently. FM Dar, through his obsession to peg th...

FBR imposes major restrictions on ST-registered persons

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has imposed major restrictions on sales tax registered persons, who would apply for de-registration from the FBR. The FBR has issued an SR .608(l)/2025 to amend Sales Tax Rules.20...

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Fixing power sector before it sinks the economy

Pakistan’s power sector has transformed from an essential utility into a systemic liability. Instead of powering growth, it is dragging down the economy—one policy distortion, inefficiency, and fiscal bailout at a time. We a...

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Inculcating ICTs for climate-resilient agriculture amid climate variability

Pakistan’s priorities include managing its overall agricultural sector including water crisis, food security, and economic stability, given its high susceptibility to climate change impacts. In recent times, unpredictable w...

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Tariffs and non-neoliberal globalization – II

Please click here to read Part-I of this article. US President Donald Trump recently enhanced tariffs unilaterally on all countries – with a base uniform tariff of 10 percent applied on all countries, along with half of the...

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On the path of stabilization

Pakistan’s economy, long buffeted by structural flaws, cyclical shocks and political instability, is presently showing signs of cautious revival following a period of extraordinary difficulty. The currency has regained marg...

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