Written By Neville Lai Vice-Curator, Hong Kong Hub, World Economic Forum Wai-Hong Tang COVID-19 scaled back globalisation, but now international…
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The world has faced extraordinary difficulties and upheavals over the past few years, mostly as an outcome of COVID19, climate…
Interview with Mr. Ahmed Owais Thanvi — Managing Director, King’s Group (Builders & Developers) PAGE: What kind of challenges could…
Written By Pratap Khedkar Chief Executive Officer, ZS Dan Reiss Associate Principal, ZS This article is part of: World Economic Forum Annual…
According to the Global Wealth Report of 2015 released by Credit Suisse in October 2018, Pakistan has the 18th largest…
After March 11, 2020, when the World Health Organization (WHO) declared officially a pandemic, the highest level of a health…
According to the economic analysis FY2022 released by the Government of Pakistan, health and wellbeing are central to Sustainable Development…
Written By Victoria Masterson Senior Writer, Formative Content This article is part of:Shaping the Future of Mobility Random trips, where train…
COVID-19 appears to be subsidized in some parts of the world. But even in these places, some of the pandemic’s damaging…
The COVID-19 crisis continues to have a significant impact on individuals, society, businesses, and the wider economy across the globe.…
Insurance is defined as a promise of compensation for specific potential future costs in exchange for a periodic payment basically…
The COVID-19 crisis continues to have a significant impact on individuals, society, businesses, and the wider economy across the globe.…
Islamic banking’s market share likely to move up in Pakistan Global outlook Islamic financing emerged 50 years ago, in countries…
Analysis of Islamic banking in Pakistan report released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) identified that the Islamic Banking…
The Covid-19 pandemic had hit all the different sectors including the education sector, this is true even for Pakistan. When…
IHHN opening up more healthcare facilities and benefits Indus Hospital & Health Network (IHHN) has become one of the leading…
Cyber security is now a critical function in organizations in the current era of online/digital business and communication. Hackers will…
The Experts in Pakistan recorded that for most commodity markets, 2020 was undeniably a turbulent year. The outbreak of the…
The global trade in liquefied natural gas (LNG) increased 6% to 380 million tonnes during 2021 as many countries rebounded…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]This article is published in collaboration with MIT News Anne Trafton Guest contributor, MIT News[/box] MIT…
Interview with Mr Ayub Khan — Executive Director, Dewan Ishtiaq Textile Mills [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””]Profile: Mr Ayub Khan…
No doubt, Education being the fundamental human right stands most significant element in evolution of human progress and nation development.…
The year 2021 was nothing short of revolutionary and historical in multiple facets. In various areas of life, events took…
Upcoming hi-tech stadium a major achievement of a country’s cricket PCB playing major role to bring more top cricket events…
Country’s premier event facing financial and political challenges The new Chairman PCB is in turbo-mode to upgrade the infrastructure An…
In Pakistan, Hotel industry makes a considerable part of the service sector. Experts identified that food, accommodation and dress are…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Gabriel Bizama International Policy Lead, Stellar Development Foundation[/box] Blockchain technologies are revolutionizing how small- and medium…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]This article is published in collaboration with The Brookings Institution Zia QureshiDirector of Strategy and Operations,…
Globally, travel and tourism are the significant contributors to a leading sector for job creation, socio-economic and cultural development worldwide.…
Original agenda of Paris meeting of 2015 relating to seventeen highlighted Sustainable Development Goals to be achieved by 2030 had…
The swift development of effective vaccines against COVID-19 was an unprecedented scientific achievement. But production challenges, vaccine nationalism, and variants…
Interview with Mr Nasir Chand — Assistant Director, Banquet Sales, Movenpick Hotel Karachi PAGE: Tell me something about yourself and your…
The COVID-19 pandemic had disrupted both supply and demand sides of an interconnected world economy. Lockdowns, travel and trade restrictions…
Education is a particularly challenging issue in the context of the pandemic. The global disruption to education caused by the…
Business sentiments ending on good note but coming year will be tough Interview with Muhammad Azam Khan — Economist/Capital Market…
According to the economic survey of Pakistan, economy of Pakistan rebounded strongly in FY2021 and recorded growth of 3.94 percent…
Interview with Mustafa Mirchawala – CEO, Mirchawala’s Hub of Accountancy [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””]Profile: Mustafa Mirchawala is the CEO…
According to the statistics published in Pakistan Economic Survey, socio-economic factors such as health, education, income, employment etc., are closely…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””] This article was originally published by the International Monetary Fund Nathaniel Counts Senior vice president…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Børge Brende President, World Economic Forum Katja Bechtel Practice Lead, Partnering Against Corruption Initiative (PACI), World…
Refund system should be rationalized and refund amount should be issued speedily Stress-free business community can help rule on shadow…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Kayleigh Bateman Senior Writer, Formative Content[/box] China dominates the record number of universities that qualified for…
Interview with Mian Nasser Hyatt Maggo, President Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=””…
Experts record that governments and central banks globally are showing clear intentions of doing everything possible to mitigate adverse economic…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Stavros Karamperidis, University of Plymouth[/box] Several months ago, I warned that the crisis in container ships…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Klaus Schwab Founder and Executive Chairman, World Economic Forum This article is part of the Forum COP26…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Douglas Broom Senior Writer, Formative Content[/box] We are making progress towards a new green energy economy,…
In the first quarter of 2020, the world was faced with Covid-19 pandemic. Globally, factories were shut down, trade was…
Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are still talking about raising taxes and electricity tariff at the last leg…
The Home Appliance Industry of Pakistan was set up in 1980’s on the basis of fiscal parameters, which were offered…
Studies identified that the significance of the financial system rises with the passage of time as states are moving towards…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Pekka Lundmark President and Chief Executive Officer, Nokia[/box] The COVID-19 pandemic showed the importance of connectivity,…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]This article was originally published on the World Bank’s website Victor Orozco Senior Economist, Development Research…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Andrey A. Guryev Chief Executive Officer, PhosAgro[/box] Innovative ways to purify water that rely on tech…
Defining Microfinance is not easy as no proper definition of the term exists. Some say it could mean anything from…
Interview with Dr. Abdul Bari Khan — Chief Executive Officer, Indus Health Network PAGE: Tell me something about yourself and Indus…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Usman AhmedHead, Global Public Policy and Research, PayPal Aditi Sara Verghese Policy Analyst, International Trade and…
Supply chain and logistics industry have been directly affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. As an integral part of value chains,…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Daniel Wheatley, University of Birmingham[/box] Flexibility has become a key element in the world of work.…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]This article is published in collaboration with Thomson Reuters Foundation trust.org Michael Taylor Asia correspondent and…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Sean Fleming Senior Writer, Formative Content[/box] Working remotely is limiting valuable relationships at work, according to…
The world is moving around the Liberal approaches towards economy where development is supported by foreign direct investment (FDI) but…
Startups The ongoing year has been a phenomenal year for Pakistani startups as far as investments are concerned. Pakistani startups…
Interview with Shaikh Muhammad Muneer– leader of the business community of Pakistan [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””]Profile: S.M. Muneer is…
Interview with M. Shariq Vohra—President, Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””]Profile: CEO Shazil Group of…
Under CPEC Pakistan set to become an investment hub in the region Interview with Mian Nasser Hyatt Maggo – President, …
Stable and inclusive govt in Kabul may open ways for foreign investment Interview with Hamad Rasool Bhullar – an analyst…
Experts identified that Pakistan is one of the largest labour exporting country in the region. Overseas migrant workers are the…
According to the Economic Survey of Pakistan FY2021, a robust manufacturing sector promotes domestic production, exports and generates employment, hence…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Victoria Masterson Senior Writer, Formative Content[/box] The number of European Union countries producing coal dropped from…
Corrupt practices with all dimensions like money laundering, terror financing, manipulation of funds allocated for development expenditures, hoarding of essential…
Suggests overseas Pakistan to use great RDA facility but do not expect returns into dollar denomination Gov rigorous tax regime…
Analysis of Economic Survey of Pakistan FY2021 showed that Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) performance has been remarkable this year. During…
International studies identified that the Foreign Inflows plays a significant role in development of any country. Although significance of such…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Rudabah Abbass[/box] The aviation sector is investing in green technology. A global effort is underway with…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]This article is published in collaboration with Bank of England Rosie Dickinson Analyst, Bank of England…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Lorenzo Miláns del Bosch Partner, Communications, Media and Technology, Oliver Wyman (MMC)[/box] The digital economy in…
The WE Empower UN SDG Challenge – a global business challenge led in partnership by Vital Voices Global Partnership and…
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued its flagship annual publication, the Financial Stability Review (FSR) for CY20. The…
As the data centre landscape continues to, the industry is expected to grow exponentially. With growing reliance on digital connectivity,…
Interview with Miss Tara Uzra Dawood — CEO & Founder, 786 Investments Ltd [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””]Profile: Miss Tara Uzra…
The banking services innovate after Covid but will follow through Interview with Dr. Ayub Mehar — a renowned economist PAGE:…
Researchers identified that in early 2000s, digital payments became a worldwide phenomenon. In developing states of South Asia digital payments…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””] Paul Milgrom Professor of Humanities and Sciences, co-founder and Chairman of Auctionomics, Stanford Graduate School…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Khaled Abusalem Chairman of UAV and Robotics , Saudi Aramco Mansour Alsaleh Head, Centre for the…
According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) the consumer price index (CPI) inflation general, grew by 9.7 percent on…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Anouj Mehta Unit Head, Green and Innovative Finance and the ACGF, Southeast Asia Department, Asian Development…
[box type=”info” align=”” class=”” width=””]Maciej Kolaczkowski Manager Oil and Gas Industry – Energy, Materials, Infrastructure Platform, World Economic Forum Pedro…
Budget of any country always have huge impact on government itself, private businesses, civil society, and the public in general…
Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited (FFC) is Pakistan’s largest urea manufacturing company, incorporated in 1978 as a joint venture between Fauji…