Dr Niaz Murtaza
The role of state founders after freedom is mixed.
Updated 28 Dec, 2021 07:39am
We are fast rejecting the key tenets of global progress.
Published 14 Dec, 2021 07:39am
All our issues stem from long eras of autocracy.
Published 30 Nov, 2021 06:53am
A review of six key areas shows positive trends in not even one, mainly due to autocracy.
Updated 16 Nov, 2021 07:54am
New alternatives will need changes in basic values.
Published 02 Nov, 2021 06:54am
The main IMF conditions have failed to deliver sustainable growth or even fiscal or external deficit reduction over four decades.
Updated 20 Oct, 2021 07:54am
Unlike Gulab, this cyclone may not miss us.
Published 05 Oct, 2021 07:27am
The world usually struggles to tame even real pariah and rogue regimes.
Published 21 Sep, 2021 08:13am
Some see an attempt to marginalise even conservative parties
Published 07 Sep, 2021 07:51am
While blame still accrues to the weak Ashraf Ghani regime, more decisive blame lies elsewhere with stronger states.
Updated 24 Aug, 2021 08:20am
Policies in major areas show a state of drift.
Published 10 Aug, 2021 08:47am
It is important not to normalise such groups.
Published 27 Jul, 2021 06:52am
Voting by expats has clear benefits but also entails challenges.
Published 13 Jul, 2021 07:29am
The budget provides no clarity on likely progress on key criteria.
Published 29 Jun, 2021 07:08am
PTI’s economic record is not rosy as some say it is.
Published 15 Jun, 2021 07:34am
There is no proof that the PR system gives good governance.
Published 01 Jun, 2021 07:01am
Some say freedom fighters are not terrorists.
Updated 18 May, 2021 09:03am
Only remittances show a positive trend.
Published 04 May, 2021 06:32am
Elite bargains provide a powerful view of our political economy.
Published 20 Apr, 2021 06:50am
Transformative leaders work within the existing system but bring about major changes in institutions and policies.
Updated 06 Apr, 2021 09:01am
