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Pakistani economy

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Visits Saudi Arabia

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Visits Saudi Arabia

By Umair Jamal
With some of kind stability restored in Pakistan, the Saudis seem more willing to implement past investment pledges.
Is Pakistan Eyeing Another Bigger IMF Deal?

Is Pakistan Eyeing Another Bigger IMF Deal?

By Umair Jamal
Its caretaker government is diligently implementing the terms of the current loan package, which would ease the way for an elected government to negotiate for more.

Pakistani Government Chided for ‘Drink Less Tea, Save Money’ Plea

Pakistani Government Chided for ‘Drink Less Tea, Save Money’ Plea

By Munir Ahmed
What next? ask Pakistanis. Will the government expect them to eat less to save money on food imports?

Economic Fallout of Pakistan’s Political Crisis

Economic Fallout of Pakistan’s Political Crisis

By Osama Rizvi
Should Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif take populist steps like reducing energy prices, Pakistan could go down the same route as Sri Lanka.

Pakistan’s Ruling Party Oblivious to People’s Economic Woes

Pakistan’s Ruling Party Oblivious to People’s Economic Woes

By Niha Dagia
The unprecedented misery of Pakistani citizens is aggravated by the lack of sympathy from the government as it refuses to accept its contribution to record inflation.
Pakistani Carrier Fires 28 Pilots Over Fake Licenses Scandal

Pakistani Carrier Fires 28 Pilots Over Fake Licenses Scandal

By Associated Press
The firings follow an internal investigation that found widespread cheating by pilots on exams.

As Virus Cases Soar, Pakistan Says It Must Keep Its Economy Open

As Virus Cases Soar, Pakistan Says It Must Keep Its Economy Open

By Associated Press
The Pakistani government is dealing with serious economic challenges.
Pakistan Gets Unexpected Economic Relief in a Time of Global Crisis

Pakistan Gets Unexpected Economic Relief in a Time of Global Crisis

By Umair Jamal
Will Pakistan find some respite from the effects of COVID–19 outside its borders?

Amid COVID-19, a Governance Crisis Looms in Pakistan

Amid COVID-19, a Governance Crisis Looms in Pakistan

By Umair Jamal
Pakistan faces a likely ruling class reshuffle in due time—once the COVID–19 crisis clears.

CPEC and Beyond: China and the US Fight For Influence In Pakistan

CPEC and Beyond: China and the US Fight For Influence In Pakistan

By Umair Jamal
Beijing and Washington tussle to have their way with Islamabad’s foreign policy decisions.

Is Universal Health Coverage Finally Gaining a Foothold in Pakistan?

Is Universal Health Coverage Finally Gaining a Foothold in Pakistan?

By Hannan R. Hussain
Is the provision of healthcare services improving?
Pakistan’s Economy Remains Imran Khan’s Biggest Challenge

Pakistan’s Economy Remains Imran Khan’s Biggest Challenge

By Umair Jamal
The task of effectively managing the economy is going to be the government’s biggest political challenge in the coming months.

Early Warning? The Resignation of Pakistan’s Finance Minister Raises Unpleasant Questions

Early Warning? The Resignation of Pakistan’s Finance Minister Raises Unpleasant Questions

By Umair Jamal
A longtime member of Imran Khan’s inner circle steps down. What does it mean?
An Oil Discovery Before Systemic Reform in Pakistan Would Be a Tragedy

An Oil Discovery Before Systemic Reform in Pakistan Would Be a Tragedy

By Max Frost
Pakistan needs drastic and systemic reform. An oil bonanza will enable the government to postpone needed fixes indefinitely.

Pakistan Revisits the Usefulness of ‘Armed Militias’—For What?

Pakistan Revisits the Usefulness of ‘Armed Militias’—For What?

By Umair Jamal
Why does Pakistan’s prime minister believe that the country has no use for armed groups?

Looking East: The Evolution of Pakistan-Malaysia Economic Ties

Looking East: The Evolution of Pakistan-Malaysia Economic Ties

By Hannan R. Hussain
Malaysia and Pakistan push their bilateral ties forward.

Pakistan’s Governance Changes Won’t Be Enough to Offer It Economic Salvation

Pakistan’s Governance Changes Won’t Be Enough to Offer It Economic Salvation

By Umair Jamal
Pakistan is patching strategic problems with tactical solutions.
How Pakistan's Struggling Economy Creates Opportunities for Imran Khan

How Pakistan's Struggling Economy Creates Opportunities for Imran Khan

By Umair Jamal
Imran Khan may have an opportunity that wasn't available to his predecessor.

What Lies Ahead for Pakistan at the IMF?

What Lies Ahead for Pakistan at the IMF?

By Umair Jamal
What will another International Monetary Fund loan mean for Pakistan’s economy?
How to Bail Out Pakistan and Augment American Leverage

How to Bail Out Pakistan and Augment American Leverage

By Max Frost
A bailout for Pakistan should be contingent on reforms and transparency.

Dos and Don'ts for Imran Khan if He Wants to Govern for 5 Years in Pakistan

Dos and Don'ts for Imran Khan if He Wants to Govern for 5 Years in Pakistan

By Umair Jamal
Khan should heed the lessons of his predecessors as he assumes the reins of power in Pakistan.

Pakistan: Imran Khan's Economic Challenges

Pakistan: Imran Khan's Economic Challenges

By Farwa Aamer
Imran Khan will try to usher in a new era for his country. The first step requires tackling its economic challenges .

What Pakistan's Decision to Pull Out of a Mega Dam Project Tells Us About the Future of CPEC

What Pakistan's Decision to Pull Out of a Mega Dam Project Tells Us About the Future of CPEC

By Umair Jamal
There's much more to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor than the rosy headlines touting friendship between Islamabad and Beijing.
Pakistan’s New Big Threat: A Bulging Population

Pakistan’s New Big Threat: A Bulging Population

By Umair Jamal
Pakistan’s unrestricted population rise and radical demographic changes present real dangers to the country’s existence.

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