The challenges Pakistan faces essentially revolve around the quality of governance and formulation of right policies

Unruly activities by professional groups only reinforce the chaos in the society

Pakistan is a federation and its future depends on strengthening democratic institutions and practices

Pakistan has invested heavily politically in Kashmir since its inception and paid a heavy price for its commitment

While assessing US-China’s contribution toward Pakistan, we have to see what price the country has paid in return

Pakistan understandably has been wary of Indian influence on the Afghan government

What is disturbing is the practice of govt functionaries to cover acts of negligence by placing blame on others

The govt and accountability organisations have to justify their actions to earn the confidence, goodwill of the people

Looking at the national picture, we find several pluses

There is a need for serious legislation on cybersecurity issues