Despite its strategic location, Pakistan risks isolation as regional trade hubs emerge around it

It is time to build on positive developments as govt seems prepared to undertake ambitious reforms

Govt targets import substitution that will keep economy closed

Despite offering incentives, Pakistan has not attracted any investors for assembling electric cars

With comprehensive reforms, govt can break cycle of dependence on IMF lending

While digitalisation is imperative across all depts, it is most critical for FBR

New govt must recalibrate trade policies, actively engage with global community

Institutional framework of tax system has remained mostly unchanged for a century

In terms of economic growth, there is hope 2024 will be much better than 2023

Exports need to grow 10% a year, radically different trade policy should be adopted