Stories from Shakeel Ahmad Ramay
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CPEC criticism: What needs to improve?
Pakistan must not engage in rhetoric, pay attention to developing projects
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To absorb economic shock, set up SEZs
They will create massive job opportunities, forge industrial linkages
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Managing Pakistan's financial, production areas at the same time
It will lead to increase in economic growth, expansion of industrial base
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SMEs, can cure economic ills
Country can set up SME, agri-zones in collaboration with China, Germany
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CPEC’s second phase can put Pakistan's economy back on track
It demands leading role of industrialist, private sector and business community
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SCO provides Pakistan new opportunity for economic development
However, country lacks major policy for developing ties with Russia and Central Asian states
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Economic revival to take time, test people’s patience
Govt will have to help develop industrial sector, human capital for sustainable growth
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Agriculture has potential to give boost to economy
Despite decline, it is still the largest contributor to emploement in Pakistan
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Conspiracy theories – a constant threat to CPEC
Pakistan needs to ensure skills development, frame sound policies
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Focus on priority areas to help revive national economy
Govt must give a boost to industrial and agricultural activities, ensure better governance
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