Elections in Pakistan are scheduled to be held on February 8. Free and fair elections should serve as a beacon of hope for political stability, paving the way for improving the investment climate and stimulating economic recovery. The transformative potential of democratic government is enormous. Conversely, flawed elections undermine democratic governance and prospects for economicREAD MORE
Pakistan stands among nations most vulnerable to the harmful impacts of climate change. Contributing less than 1 percent to global greenhouse gas emissions yet it is bearing substantial costs over the years due to recurrent climate induced disasters. These events, beyond causing the destruction of both infrastructure and livelihoods, claimed a considerable human toll. TheREAD MORE
Pakistan has opted to repatriate undocumented migrants due to national security concerns. Despite Pakistan’s assertion that its October 3 directive, mandating the deportation of unauthorized asylum-seekers doesn't specifically target Afghan refugees, yet a widespread misconception lingers about its intent. Human rights activists and nationalist groups have engaged in debates and voiced criticism following the decision. Pakistan has shownREAD MORE
The establishment of military courts in Pakistan for civilian trials is not a novel concept but dates back to even prior than Ayub Khan’s regime. Beginning since the era of Liaqat Ali Khan, the legacy continues with disruptions time to time. Military courts in Pakistan have been established at various points in the country's history,READ MORE
A new constitutional crisis has emerged in Pakistan, a country already engulfed in another political crisis for months that shows no signs of abating. The government introduced a bill in the National Assembly, the lower house of parliament to curtail the Supreme Court's powers. The legislation, called the Supreme Court (Practice and Procedure) Act, 2023.READ MORE
Pakistan must transition to nuclear energy for electricity production as a cost-effective and reliable alternative to fossil fuels amid escalating energy costs. Rising electricity costs have triggered nationwide economic and social upheaval, sparking widespread protests. Pakistan's energy sector relies heavily on imported fossil fuels, accounting for up to 40 percent of primary energy imports. TheREAD MORE