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Federal Budget — A Test of Loyalties

The budget is, in most aspects, a non-affair. Now we have to face the rising prices of essential items. In this the government is of no help.

An Agenda for the New Government

This time round, the change has come from the people. And it is their expectations and aspirations that have to be addressed.

A Great Day, A New Hope for Pakistan

As our parliamentarians take oath and swear allegiance to the constitution today, one can feel happy about Pakistan.

Why is the Government Dithering When it Should Stand Firm?

With religious extremists openly challenging the writ of the state, and despite overwhelming public demands that this be stopped, the government seems to be giving in.

Thar Desert Festival puts Tourism Ministry to Shame

Let no one, however, be under the impression that Umerkot has nothing to offer.

Let’s not Barter Away Our Food Security for GM Crops

What does all this mean for the Pakistani farmer? On the one hand, GM seeds and crops promise an increased yield. But the catch is that the farmer cannot re-use the seed. This makes the farmer a client of the biotech company for life.

Happy Birthday Mr President

This week, President Musharraf celebrated his 62nd birthday going by the date of birth given on his official website. Birthdays are happy occasions as well as time for reflection and this is a good time as any to see what has been achieved in terms of wha

Selling the Family Silver

Privatization in Pakistan is seen as the strategy that will correct all past wrongs of the public sector. But two questions arise: Is the wholesale privatization good for the country in the long run and whether there is a role for public sector enterprise

Linking Poverty and Population

Currently Pakistan is the sixth most populated country in the world. It also enjoys the dubious distinction of having the largest people under the poverty line, estimated at over 50 million.

Fighting Poverty in Pakistan

Mr Aziz holds the view that a higher growth rate will, in itself, take care of poverty. However, there are many that do not agree with this assertion.

Settling The Kalabagh Issues

The problem is not just of whether the Kalabagh dam is a feasible project. The absence of any meaningful debate on such a sensitive subject is worrisome.

Kamal Siddiqi

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