Tax collection has not focused on helping marginalised segments

Tax concessions are appealing, but will reduce overall state revenues

Efficiently managing the resource has become need of the hour

To realise CPEC objectives, systematic and comprehensive reforms are required

CPEC becomes victim of US policy change which is hindering investments in Pakistan

Long Term Plan conveys how the multi-billion dollar project can benefit the country

Pakistan, other developing countries may find it tough to counter challenges single-handedly.

Govt should take climate change seriously, revisit devolution of the ministry, develop national adaptation plan.

There is need to mitigate impression that India is interested in bilateral trade or it will negatively impact ties.