Zahid Maqsood Sheikh

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SDZ: A smarter path to industrial growth in Pakistan

  Pakistan’s economic challenge is not a lack of resources but a persistent failure to convert them into value. The country remains heavily reliant on…

Cpec 2 0 Between Vision And Execution

CPEC 2.0: Between Vision and Execution

The idea of a young Pakistani engineer commuting to a modern energy-efficient industrial zone or farmers using smart agriculture tools to improve yields captures the…

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Pakistan’s economy: Stabilisation without transformation

  PAKISTAN’S latest Economic Survey and the federal budget for 2026–27 together offer a picture that is at once reassuring and unsettling. The macroeconomic indicators…

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From queues to careers Unlocking Pakistan’s female potential

ACROSS Asia, women are driving economic change. In Bangladesh, India and Thailand, millions of women work in factories, offices and service industries, contributing directly to…

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Empowering young talent

  FRESH graduates in Pakistan face a persistent paradox. Companies claim to hire them to develop raw talent, yet they often disqualify candidates who fit…

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Security beyond battlefield

  THE world is entering a more dangerous phase, where conflict in one region no longer remains confined to one battlefield or border. Its effects…

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Pak-Afghan water dispute after India

PAKISTAN’S relationship with Afghanistan has long been shaped by border tensions, security concerns and mistrust. Now, another serious issue is beginning to emerge: water. What…

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8-0: The new benchmark

IN a country where football has long struggled for attention and stability, Pakistan’s women’s national team has quietly produced a result that may redefine the…

Chinas Manufacturing Success Lessons For Pakistans Industrial Future

China’s Manufacturing Success: Lessons for Pakistan’s Industrial Future

China’s transformation from a predominantly agrarian economy to the world’s manufacturing powerhouse in just a few decades stands as one of the most extraordinary economic…

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Bridging the gap: How education reform can boost Pakistan’s SMEs

PAKISTAN’S Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are a cornerstone of the country’s economy, contributing over 60% of employment and around 35% of export value. These…

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