Muslim scientists should not bask in past glory. There is resurgence in Muslim science and Pakistanis are part of it.

Bilawal should cultivate the best leadership based on merit and not abuse the power of populism.

Those who are defending Mortenson claim that ‘well some good came of this work’, regardless of the wastage.

There is little doubt in my mind that the HEC was a net positive investment for Pakistan’s educational development.

Pakistan, Israel are facing a similar radicalisation because of initial crisis of identity which was never resolved.

The biggest identity crisis for Pakistan is between radical Islamism and a pluralistic vision of a Muslim state.

Despite his poor electoral performance, no one should laugh off the ‘Imran Khan factor’.

Despite many weaknesses, Pakistan’s education system can take measured pride in its medical education establishment.

What we need now is a national effort at reconciliation between the religious right and the secular left.

Foreign aid has become an essential element of attempts to equalise the obscene level of global inequality.