Distinguishing between capital-driven, consumption-driven trade deficits is key

Devaluing country may not see any change in real output but will experience rise in inflation

Protective tariffs hurt traders, consumers, producers as well as economic growth

If rich are taxed too much, they will flee for favourable pastures and not pay any taxes

Flat tax plan will dramatically change taxation structure by aligning incentives

Economic liberalisation, rising incomes stimulate Delhi’s rapid growth

Pakistan needs pro-growth policies such as tax cuts, freer trade, minimal regulations

29% corporate and 10% super tax for companies discourages investment

Interest payments exceed govt’s tax revenues – a recipe for default, economic meltdown

Countries taking IMF funds are compelled to follow economically destructive fiscal, monetary policies