On paper, Pakistan’s blue economy story is compelling. The country has a coastline of roughly 1,000 kms, busy ports at…
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There exists a deeply cosmetic argument propagated by those who view policy through a binary lens—that Pakistan must unequivocally choose…
The world’s oceans are no longer viewed merely as vast bodies of water separating nations and continents. They are increasingly…
Cynergyico upgrade project to cost $1 billion under 2023 Refining Policy Cnergyico PK Limited has laid out a three-pronged forward…
For decades, Pakistan’s electricity sector operated largely under a single-buyer model. Generation, transmission and distribution were predominantly organized around state-controlled…
Every day, millions of Pakistanis depend on a complex energy supply chain that operates largely behind the scenes. From the…
For decades, Pakistan’s maritime conversation has centered on a familiar set of questions: How can port activity be increased? How…
Plastic has become an integral part of modern life. From food packaging and drinking bottles to medical equipment, household products…
Pakistan’s circular debt debate often begins and ends with one number: the stock outstanding at the end of the financial…
Dentistry is seen as a clean and controlled branch of healthcare, yet every extraction, filling and scaling session leaves behind…
REF_2026 therefore represents more than a forum for economic dialogue; it is a platform for connecting rural communities and institutions…
Pakistan’s maritime potential is usually discussed in terms of ports, shipping, fisheries, Gwadar and a long coastline. These are important,…
Among the South East Asian countries, Pakistan despite having active workforce between the age of 16 and 35 , representing…
Saudi Arabia’s National Day is an appropriate occasion to reflect on a relationship that has evolved from traditional bonds of…
In the heart of the Islamic world, where the holy cities of Mecca and Medina stand as eternal symbols of…
For more than four decades, the economic relationship between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has extended beyond conventional…
The US-Israel-Iran war that began in February 2026 did not just shake the Gulf. It transformed a 70-year-old patron-client relationship…
Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia share a relationship that extends far beyond conventional diplomatic engagement. Rooted in religious…
Pakistan is standing at a critical economic crossroads. The debate is no longer whether we need growth, but how we…
Why the future of Pakistan’s food system depends on water efficiency, technology, resilient farming and integration of the water-energy-food nexus…
Established in 1998, SINA HealthSystems Foundation is a not-for-profit primary health care (PHC) organization operating 40 facilities across peri-urban and…
Pakistan’s electricity sector is entering a period of structural change. For years, the country has struggled with imported fuel dependence,…
Before building more, Pakistan must make better use of what it already has Pakistan’s power sector no longer faces simply…
Gaza’s fragile ceasefire has reduced the intensity of war, but for millions of Palestinians, the humanitarian emergency and uncertainty continue…
Perhaps one of the most overlooked opportunities for improving global food security is reducing food loss and waste. The world…
The possibility that Pakistan could face acute food shortages over the next couple of years should not be dismissed as…
A conflict thousands of kilometers away in the Gulf is now showing up in Karachi’s household kitchens and Punjab’s wheat…
Pakistan’s relationship with the sea is far more significant than its coastline suggests. With an extensive coastline along the Arabian…
Food has always been more than a basic human necessity. It is a foundation of economic development, social stability, public…
Rising food prices since last three decades due to abrupt global climatic change combined with adoption of protectionist agriculture policy…
“The future of agriculture may depend not only on what farmers grow, but also on how we add value to…
Pakistan is facing a combination of challenges that threaten its social and economic stability. Food insecurity, declining educational standards and…
Pakistan is once again facing a severe energy challenge, with regional geopolitical tensions creating additional uncertainty around the availability and…
Hypertension is commonly known as high blood pressure. It is one of the most widespread chronic diseases and a major…
For Pakistan, the real test is what this investment delivers Pakistan is preparing for one of the largest investments in…
When Algorithms Start Managing Humans, What Happens to Leadership Imagine a manager opening the team dashboard and discovering that the…
Pakistan’s healthcare system is a complex public-private hybrid serving a population exceeding 240 million. Despite constitutional commitments to public welfare…
Education is widely recognized as a social responsibility, a fundamental constitutional right, and a pathway to individual advancement. Yet, equally…
Healthcare is one of the very important pillars of country’s economic and social aspect. Pakistan has approximately over 240 million…
A recently published UNICEF report has exposed the staggering scale of Pakistan’s education crisis: an estimated 25.37 million children aged…
I have spent much of my professional life evaluating investments. As a former banker who is now a strategist in…
Thalassemia is a serious inherited blood disorder that is passed from parents to their children. It affects the body’s ability…
In Pakistan, where inflation and economic pressures continuously squeeze household budgets, basic healthcare has become an unaffordable luxury for millions.…
Nestlé Pakistan marked a key milestone in its climate action journey with the inauguration of the Biomass Steam Plant at…
Oral healthcare in Pakistan has historically occupied a marginal position within the broader public health system. It has been dominated…
Spiritual void is an inner feeling of emptiness or simultaneous restlessness of the heart that exists when a person gets…
Chronobiology is the scientific study of biological rhythms and how living organisms adapt their functions and behavior to the natural…
Why the data on LMIC and EU patient access both point to the same conclusion: the pharmaceutical commercialization playbook needs…
Pakistan has once again placed the privatization of electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) at the heart of its power sector reform…
As Pakistan celebrates another Independence Day, it is worth reflecting on what sovereignty means in the twenty-first century. It is…
Every year on 14 August, Pakistan is immersed in a sea of green and white. Streets are illuminated, flags flutter…
“Pakistan is proud of her youth, particularly the students who have always been in the forefront in the hour of…
As Pakistan celebrates another Independence Day, it is worth taking a few moments to reflect not only on the country’s…
As Pakistan approaches its 79th Independence Day, the country is entering an important phase of economic and social change. Political…
OGDC makes landmark discovery of lithium deposits The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC) has announced a landmark breakthrough…
Independence Day in Pakistan is celebrated annually on 14th August. It is one of the most significant national occasions in…
Sleep is one of the most important pillars for good health, yet it is generally sacrificed in prevailing busy lifestyle…
In Pakistan, Islamic finance has grown fast, but compared to international hubs like Malaysia, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and even Indonesia,…
Islamic finance represents a distinctive approach to financial intermediation rooted deeply in the ethical and moral principles of Shariah law.…
Pakistan stands at a defining moment in its economic journey, where sustainable development demands financing models that extend beyond conventional…
The global financial landscape is witnessing a remarkable shift towards ethical, transparent, and socially responsible financial systems. At the heart…
Islamic banking & finance has emerged as one of the most rapidly expanding segments of the global financial industry with…
How the debt trap deepened Pakistan’s debt crisis is no longer just an economic problem buried in government reports and…
Pakistan spent decades trying to solve an electricity shortage. The next economic challenge is different: How do we ensure that…
The Healthcare sector in Pakistan is undergoing significant transformation, with dentistry emerging as a growing field of professional practice and…
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most common malignancies worldwide and remains a major cause of cancer-related morbidity and…
We live in a society where people are challenged not just physically but also emotionally and mentally. You seem to…
Why Work Design Matters More Than Effort When Busy Isn’t Productive On a brisk Monday morning, Daniel, a senior analyst…
In an era of economic flux, where inflation erodes purchasing power and global uncertainties loom, the question “Where to invest?”…
Energy is the lifeblood of every modern economy. It powers industries, irrigates farms, transports goods, and lights homes. Yet in…
The Federal Budget 2026–27 has been presented at a time when Pakistan’s economy is gradually emerging from one of its…
In order to speed up ad sustain economic growth rate with emphasis on inclusive strategy rhetoric statements by successive governments…
The world is in a state of disrepair and chaos at this juncture: wars, unprecedented heatwaves etc. Where is humanity…
The budget is framed as a shift from “stabilization to growth” under the IMF program, with a 4% GDP growth…
In many countries including Pakistan, inflation is one of the greatest challenges to long-term financial security. As the prices of…
Agriculture has long been the backbone of Pakistan’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, food security, and exports. Despite its immense…
Calcium and Vitamin D are two of the most essential nutrients required for maintaining human body health. Though each plays…
As the global community accelerates its transition toward cleaner and more sustainable energy systems, the oceans are increasingly emerging as…
Alternative energy resources, often referred to as renewable energy sources, are forms of energy derived from natural processes that are…
For decades, Pakistan’s oil refining sector has remained trapped between policy promises and implementation failures. While the global energy industry…
Circular debt is the money trap that’s choking Pakistan’s whole energy sector. It is like everyone owes everyone but nobody…
Pakistan’s agricultural sector undoubtedly needs modernization. Better price discovery, transparent markets and improved access for farmers are long-overdue reforms. However,…
The global energy crisis and climate change are among the most pressing challenges confronting humanity in the twenty-first century. They…
Pakistan’s sugar industry occupies a paradoxical position in the country’s agro-industrial landscape. It is one of the largest agro-based sectors…
Pakistan’s Federal Budget 2026–27 was presented at a time when the country continues to face economic challenges, including inflation, a…
The government of Prime Minister Shabazz Sharif has unveiled its third federal budget on June 12, 2026, presenting it as…
The fiscal deficit has fallen to 0.7 per cent of GDP in the first nine months of FY26, the first…
On June 12, 2026, the Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented Pakistan’s Federal Budget for the fiscal year 2026-27. The…
As Pakistan prepares to unveil its third federal budget under the current International Monetary Fund (IMF) program, policymakers face a…
Why Pakistan’s New Budget Pushes Registered Startups ‘Into the Minus’ The announcement of the Federal Budget 2026–27 arrives at an…