Opinion

The problem is not with the polio vaccine, but with low vaccination coverage and repeatedly missed children.

The US is saying that it cannot come up with a single justification for the legality of drone strikes in Pakistan.

Pakistan’s inability to make progress on Mumbai trials is a failure of government in taking on its own terrorists.

Qadri's was a media show. The media gave him the stage to do the show. D-Chowk was the studio with 50 cameras rolling.

By making more space in public discourse for women, we'd have greater diversity, move towards healing use of...

President Obama’s legacy may well be known for institutionalising kill lists.

If Pakistan really wants to be polio-free, it's more important to spend much more on clean water supply, sanitation.

The present shortage of wood fibre at the global level has contributed considerably to ignite interest in hemp.

If there is any silver lining in all that's wrong with Pakistan, it is fact that peoples’ patience is wearing thin.

Following the long march, Zardari got everything, Nawaz got something but Imran got nothing.

Pakistan, India are cosying up expanding trade and economy while on the other hand we are friendless.

India must realise full normalisation is a function of dispute resolution and engagement is not spelled...

Let me posit a rather obvious, but seldom discussed theory: why not look at ourselves and change ourselves first?

Our lawmakers must make laws that affect well-being of large group of young groups who will soon be their voters.

Had PTI been a part of the march, it may have found itself in position of being arm-in-arm with leaders it criticises.

Religious leaders like Qadri are perpetually high on opium of self-righteousness, project the self-image of an angel.

Right approach to Reko Diq would require SC to check whether foreign investors were aware of rules not being followed.

In almost every section of Pakistani society, what we are seeing is that things are going from bad to worse.

Reducing level of food wastage and problems, such as malnutrition, obesity, require rethinking societal economic norms

The numbers of people turning out in support of cleaner government, fairer system demonstrates desperation for saviour

Qadri tapped into the growing resentment in his fiery rhetoric: deprivation of masses in contrast to elite luxury.

Two poorer provinces have rich endowments that could relieve them of backwardness, but it requires good governance.

The Normative Vs Technical debate is grounded in the disconnect between the spirit and the letter of the Constitution.

GM Syed believed in the separation of religion and state, rekindled flame of political courage and political defiance.

Pakistan's regulatory systems are weak, legislation is passed but not implemented, public officials are generalists.

It could just be a coincidence on the timing. However, given our history there are very poor betting odds for that.

It’s difficult to understand what system of Pakistan’s govt is even for those who have been studying it for a while.

If those we now have in place & have elected since 1970 same as the electorate, then not even God can help us.

Better relations would force a cut in military budgets on both sides. New Delhi should take the initiative.

Empowering PM, parliament & reducing president's powers in 18th Amendment is testimony to PPP commitment to...

Pakistan's restless young are out on the streets demanding change, but they must not become pawns of fake messiahs.

In 1216, Ali bin Mohammad Kufi, wishing to learn about the history of Sindh sought out true sources & wrote the book.

Any future IMF assistance would require stronger ownership and broad political support for economic reform.

2013 elections won't unleash any substantial political tsunamis because PPP will likely win the ‘democratic’ election.

I was never really taken seriously by male journalists in Germany. If my work spoke, I was taken partially seriously.

Let the leaderships of India, Pakistan transform LoC into a more porous line so that people can travel back and forth.

Any democracy which can survive complete lack of governance for 5 years is a lot stronger than we give it credit for.

One cannot relegate his commitment to coexistence, democratic and secular values in politics and rights of nations.

Regardless of what happens next, this is the gravest challenge to Pakistan’s democratic process since 2007.

It remains to be seen how the army's realisation that militancy is our biggest threat turns into an implementable plan

Whether it is Qadri, Imran Khan or call for justice, nation is rallying around that cry for change that is democratic.

Army has evolved into a parent-guardian type with options to jump in directly, or bring change through partners.

While Kerry as Secretary of State will be welcome, Brennan & his drone policy will be of primary interest to Pakistan.

It is unfortunate that both India & Pakistan have large constituencies that insist on war at every opportunity.

The most wracking feeling to be had is to have to comprehend an en masse refusal to bury dead loved ones.

Army is not trained nor has capacity to govern even for short-term. Yet, it has tried doing both & failed miserably.

Raisani’s sacking is a necessary but not sufficient condition for addressing the problem of sectarian terrorism.

Our Constitution bars dual nationals from holding public offices, but it doesn't classify them as disloyal or traitor.

People stand up, raise voices after tragedies have become front page news but very few persevere with their efforts.

Further lending from the IMF cannot be secured without accepting harsh fiscal management conditions.