Stories from Syed Mohammad Ali
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Questioning another disreputable ranking
It is surprising that meagre entities with modest resources and capacity can make such tall claims about states.
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Another international ignominy
Pakistan is ranked as the third most dangerous place in the world for women, lagging behind Afghanistan and Congo.
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Can Punjab break the US aid begging bowl?
It remains to be seen how the resource gap resulting from the rejection of American assistance will be filled.
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Sovereignty and the economy
Our decision-makers need develop consensus over our national economic priorities, and show consistency in its pursuit.
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IMF loans and conditionalities
Hafeez Sheikh's statements point out how current political crises are a direct consequence of IMF conditionalities.
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How conflict undermines development
World Bank considers existing government agencies in countries like Pakistan ill-suited to cope with problems.
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Averting our potential implosion
The overall pressure of unsustainable population growth has become immense.
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Pakistan’s education emergency
Economic cost of not educating our citizens is estimated to be equal to being struck by a major flood every year.
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A time for further belt-tightening?
As oil prices rise, inflation can be expected to follow suit.
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Not enough to eat
Small, landless farmers must form the backbone of agricultural development initiatives to improve food security.