Dear Mr Prime Minister
I extend my warmest congratulations on your resounding election by the National Assembly of Pakistan to lead our nation as its Prime Minister for the next five years. Your speech in the National Assembly, after your inauguration, comprehensively addressed key issues crucial for propelling our country forward. While commendable, I suggest future considerations include acknowledging the invaluable partnership with China, a steadfast ally. I encourage your early engagement with China to further strengthen our bilateral ties.
As an esteemed leader, you are likely familiar with Dr. Henry Kissinger’s timeless wisdom: “The task of the leader is to get his people from where they are to where they have not been.” Additionally, Dr. James Leong’s insights on leadership, particularly exemplified by Mr. Lee Kuan Yew’s transformative governance in Singapore, underscore the importance of meritocracy in team selection.
Given the weight of your responsibilities, selecting a capable chief of staff is paramount. This individual should possess a wealth of experience in navigating the complexities of governance, both domestically and internationally, with a steadfast commitment to public service and the welfare of our citizens.
Moreover, from the day one, you will receive suggestions and summaries about increasing rent, rates and taxes to run the affairs of the government, which will further break the back of the poor, lower middle- and middle-classes, as was done during the previous 16-month tenure of the PDM Government. In this regard, the best solution was to assign the task to the concerned suggesting such enhancements to reverse the current ratio of 20% direct taxation and 80% indirect taxation; and put a cut of 50% in not only the salaries of the senior government officials, but in their perks and TA/DA as well.
Your commitment to merit-based appointments is laudable and pivotal in shaping an effective administration. This responsibility entrusted upon you by the Almighty (SWT) necessitates the formation of a team that will leave a lasting legacy, steering Pakistan towards prosperity and fulfilment of its potential.
As history reveals, personalities shape destinies. Hence, the strategic significance of ministries, particularly finance, foreign affairs, interior and defence, cannot be overstated. Foreign policy, in particular, plays a pivotal role in safeguarding our national interests and fostering international cooperation. The importance of foreign ministry can be gauged by the following famous quote of the late US President John F. Kennedy: Quote. “Domestic policy can only defeat us; Foreign policy can kill us.” Unquote.
Looking ahead, envisioning Pakistan’s trajectory by 2029 is imperative. I propose ambitious yet achievable targets encompassing economic growth, poverty alleviation, environmental stewardship and social development.
I will suggest the following stage for Pakistan in 2029:
1. Exports: $150 billion; with specially focusing on agriculture, IT and tourism.
2. GDP: $1000 billion
3. Foreign Loans: $50 billion
4. 100 million population to be taken above the poverty line of having income above $2/day.
5. Pollution control and environmental protection laws are to be strictly implemented all over the country.
6. Area under forest cover to be tripled in five years.
7. All school going kids are to be provided the facility of schools.
8. Excellent health facilities at all Tehsils.
9. Provision of clean drinking water facilities at all Tehsil levels.
10. Completely autonomous and authorized local bodies system in place all over the country.
11. Aim for minimum 5 gold medals in the 2028 Olympic Games and 10 gold medals in the 2026 Asian Games.
12. All major cities have an efficient garbage collection mechanism.
13. Turnaround of all the government organizations to make them profitable.
14. All district headquarters to have efficient public transport system.
15. Worth of Rupee to improve so its values stay at Rupees 150 to a USD.
16. All divisional headquarters cities are to be upgraded as smart cities.
17. Last but not the least, inculcating the rule of law in the genes of the Pakistani population, for which the top echelons of the society must set personal examples to fully abdicate the VIP culture.
The above targets can only be achieved by revamping our entire civil service and reforms in Police, Judicial and Taxation systems, and by redefining our foreign policy, which should be completely aligned towards achieving the above national interests. Moreover, specific suggestions for a fast track national growth and development in key sectors are provided in the article titled ‘Navigating Storm: Uniting Pakistan Through Shared Goals’ Link :- https://www.snayyar.com/navigating-storm-uniting-pakistan-through-shared-goals.html
Reinvigorating our foreign office demands a paradigm shift in mindset and approach. Empowering our diplomatic corps to act as proactive agents of change and economic ambassadors for Pakistan is indispensable. This transformation requires visionary leadership and strategic investments in training and capacity-building.
In conclusion, I offer my sincerest wishes for success in your endeavours. May your tenure be marked by transformative leadership, steadfast commitment to our nation’s ideals and unwavering dedication to the well-being of every Pakistani.
With utmost respect and best regards,
—The author writes on strategic, political, economic, current affairs & sports.
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