The state has a duty to provide an environment conducive to unhindered business
Our progress hinges on adhering to the constitution. Any deviation from it will impact the country’s future trajectory
Fiscal decentralisation and municipal self-governance can end dependence on the federal government
Regressive measures will adversely impact businesses across all sectors and discourage capital formation and investment in businesses
There is nothing in the Finance Bill to revamp the tax system
The four-time finance minister has opted for a regressive taxation approach
The case for rapid industrial expansion through corporatisation
The only way forward is to let the Executive work and restore financial viability of the state
The Privatisation Commission Ordinance 2000 and the relevant rules need to be amended
It is time for the government to take necessary measures to streamline the fiscal affairs
The large and growing youth population can sustain high economic growth over the coming years
Engagement with the IMF needs transparency and fulfillment of our commitment
The common man is left at the mercy of strong headwinds of inflation and macroeconomic adjustments
There is a pressing need to overhaul the inefficient tax machinery
Once fiscal space is created by good governance, the government can focus on providing basic amenities
Despite some tall claims, Ishaq Dar has continued the policy of import restriction introduced by his predecessor
The impact of contractionary measures has started taking its toll on the economy
Traditional revenue generation measures are not enough to meet demands of the fifth largest country in the world
Running a country on loans, grants and aid alone can never be sustainable
Pragmatic measures are necessary to curtail waste
