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Fighting logjam requires serious measures
Govt should slash spending drastically before undertaking development of different sectors
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PTI govt looks the other way as system rots
Tackling corruption, mismanagement should be focus of all policy decisions
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Economic woes mount as debt, deficit stay high
Govt shows little interest in taking critical steps to prevent worsening of situation
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Govt needs to search for new engine of growth
Should focus on development of agriculture, dairy and mining sectors
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The price Pakistan has to pay for power generation
Power is now 15% of production cost for textile exporters, cost has risen for
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Centre less inclined to spend on development projects in provinces
Provinces need to be smart enough to generate their own funds for development schemes and stop wastage
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Controversies around budget: PSDP was cut, but not for good reasons
Servicing debt and accumulation of circular debt are taking toll on finances
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Moves may be economic, but players are all political
Miftah Ismail answers queries about tax amnesty scheme
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The war of narratives
Pakistanis have long believed in the narrative that their country is a gift of God for Muslims
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Bogged down: Businessmen challenge Competition Act in court
Delay in verdicts allows traders to continue with unfair practices
 
    








