The 28th Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, COP28, recently concluded in Dubai with an unprecedented 70,000 footprints with individuals from over two hundred nations. COP is the primary global framework for climate negotiations. After another year of devastating heatwaves, floods, storms, droughts and

Pakistan’s economic woes have been quite daunting for the last several decades. The economy – characterised by instability, high consumption, low production, reliance on imports, rising debt, underemployment, and low growth – returns to square one after every government announcement for revival. No institution or political government can be blamed

Nawaz Sharif is a prominent figure in Pakistan’s politics. Serving as the Prime Minister of Pakistan three times, his influence has been profound and controversial. During his tenure in the Prime Minister’s office, he made notable efforts to strengthen democracy by resisting the military establishment’s involvement in political decision-making. Thus,

The European Union (EU) introduced a reformed GSP scheme in 2014 aimed to incentivize developing countries to adhere to sustainable development by ensuring compliance with international standards relevant to labour and human rights, governance and environment. The EU awarded GSP+ status to Pakistan, along with a select few developing countries,

Despite concerns about potential delays, elections in Pakistan are set to take place on February 8, 2024. The incoming government will grapple with multiple challenges, including economic revitalisation, dealing with climate change challenges, and navigating evolving regional and international geopolitical landscapes. On diplomatic front, balancing Pakistan’s relations with the Middle