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The world still hasn't quite come to terms with the outbreak of COVID-19. World governments have made extensive preparations, implementing total lockdowns and encouraging people to practice social distancing to curb the spread of the virus. As major organ

"The Prime Minister has come of age."

The Managing Director (MD) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, recently made a statement in the meeting G20 finance ministers and central bank governors, in which she highlighted the severe impact of the virus in terms of human

"It is a narrow mind which cannot look at a subject from various points of view"- George Eliot, Middlemarch

The coronavirus pandemic and oil price collapse have made emerging markets a lightning rod for volatile capital flows, raising the question whether currency controls might creep back on the radar of some of the worst-hit countries.

"Did you hear the latest?"

While we can't quite decide if we are too worried about coronavirus or not worried enough, the Government knows which way Exports are heading. Adviser Commerce, who last month was celebrating that month's growth numbers, is now projecting negative growth.

The main aim of judicial reforms should be elimination of unnecessary litigation and facilitating smooth running of affairs between the State and its citizens. Once both learn to act within the four corners of law, there would be drastic reduction in liti

The scoffed-at idea of paying everyone a basic income as machines take people's jobs is getting a fresh look as a possible remedy for economies cratered by the coronavirus pandemic.

European airlines crippled by the coronavirus have demanded lasting relief from environmental taxes - in a move that pits their immediate survival against longer-term emissions goals. The looming tax tussle underscores shifting environmental battle lines

"The Prime Minister should have informed the nation that the military had been called in aid of civil institutions to ensure that his directions were being followed by the public. I mean in a democracy..."

The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), an official socio-economic think tank has voted for lockdown arguing that vacillation would not be able to contain the spread of the disease and its consequences on the economy would be unbearable in

February 8, 2020 was celebrated as International Women's Day. Women marches were held throughout the world and in Pakistan's major cities in highlighting the growing awareness of women's role in national life. Any nation comprising half of the global popu

"I agree a hundred percent with The Khan."

The much-awaited Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) of the SBP was released a few days ago. It contains a review of the state of the economy and an assessment of the short-run prospects, based on which the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided on the p

Pakistan Day, March 23, 2020, passed this year in novel fashion. The coronavirus pandemic caused the cancellation of the traditional military parade on the day as well as the proliferation of symposia to reflect on the importance of the anniversary of the

Even according to official figures, the coronavirus epidemic has killed over 1,800 people in Iran, prompting unprecedented measures that have included closing holy Shiite shrines. But could the authorities in the Islamic republic be underplaying the sever

With COVID-19 unleashing devastation across the globe, around 170 countries and territories have registered over 140,000 confirmed cases as of 19 March, 2020. Many countries announced strict restrictions on immigration and air, sea and land travel among m

"We are living on the planet as if we have another one to go to." Terry Swearingen. A statement that is apt to our attitude about planet earth. The only problem is that we can no longer fly to another place that is safe and sound. The Coronavirus crisis i

Confronted with a dizzying drop in prices, oil firms face a real challenge as they try to cut investment spending in order to survive a coronavirus-induced collapse in demand coupled with a Russia-Saudi Arabia price war.

There is no other option but to partially lock down big cities. Period. It must be done in a phased and sustainable manner for several weeks. Unless the government acts immediately, law of probability indicates that the virus is going to hit most of us. V

The every drop counts hashtag has garnered immense public following. In many ways, the UN's declaration of 2018-2028 as the International Decade for Conservation of Water is shaping public discourse on the globally critical need for taking effective measu

Why Italy? Loads of people have been wondering why the beautiful Mediterranean country has become the new epicentre of the coronavirus pandemic.

Russian President Vladimir Putin insists the economy can weather the coronavirus storm and low oil prices but the two-pronged crisis is a huge challenge to his promises to reduce poverty and boost growth.

With millions of face masks, low interest loans and teams of medical experts, China is trying to paint itself as a Good Samaritan while deflecting criticism over its initial missteps in handling the coronavirus.

Gutted factories, rusting pickaxes and crumbling homes that will soon be abandoned dot the scarred hills in Mentougou - home to Beijing's last coal mine slated to close this year as the city battles chocking smog.

"It's a marvel!"

Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) Board of Directors' incumbent Chairman is reported to have stated last week that PSM is in the process of revival and recovery. According to him, it needs to reinvent itself as a new organization.

Every now and then, we keep on hearing from higher judicial echelons that the federal and provincial governments must run the affairs in accordance with the Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan [the Constitution] and applicable laws/rules/regulati

In the spirit of e-governance, and interconnectedness through the use of IT, public service officers should have a 'standardized online account.' The account should be maintained by Nadra (National Database and Registration Authority), and levels of acces