Pakistan is endowed with rich and vast deposits of many minerals and metals. However, for a variety of reasons, the focus remains on exploration,...
The fertilizer industry remains highly concentrated, with a few firms dominating production and sales, raising concerns about reduced competition...
World Water Day, observed by the United Nations on March 22 each year, highlights the vital importance of water for life and the urgency of...
In 2024, Pakistan’s installed power generation capacity remained at 42,131MW from all energy resources, generating 92,091 GWh throughout the year....
The absence of a comprehensive and integrated industrial policy in Pakistan for over two decades has significantly hampered the country’s...
Sadly, the new year, from its very beginning, has brought tragedies for coal miners in Balochistan and miseries to their families. Fourteen coal...
The US Department of State’s '2024 Investment Climate Statements: Pakistan', released on July 17, 2024, highlights the fragile state of...
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority in its 'Performance Evaluation Report of Operational Power Plants for 2023-24' highlights the...
The Chiniot-Rajoa iron ore deposits in Punjab represent one of Pakistan's most significant yet underutilised mineral assets. Discovered in 1989 by...
Pakistan has long grappled with the pervasive influence of monopolies, cartels, mafias, and vested interests across its economy. From industry and...
Pakistan’s total hydropower potential is estimated at 59,796MW gross, with about 41,045MW considered both technically and economically viable....
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently set a target of achieving $25 billion in IT exports over the next five years, an ambitious goal aimed at...
With rising energy demands and dwindling conventional natural gas reserves, Pakistan’s energy security has become a pressing issue. The...
Since the 1950s, Pakistan’s industrial landscape appeared promising, with a focus on establishing a robust manufacturing sector, where the...
The nation, once proud of its large, coastal-based Pakistan Steel Mills with an annual capacity of over one million tons, now witnesses its...
The recent political turmoil and economic regression caused by record-high electricity tariffs and bills have highlighted the urgent need to develop...
Pakistan ranks as one of the world’s most polluted countries, with air pollution levels placing it second globally in 2023. This heavy pollution...
In 2024, Pakistan's textile industry, once a cornerstone of the national economy, stands at a critical crossroads. Once globally competitive, it now...
Pakistan has made significant strides in discovering, exploring, and developing unconventional hydrocarbon resources, following pioneering efforts...
Recent days have seen consumers, including households, trade, and industry, demanding -- amid massive protests across the country -- that the...
The debate over the privatization of State-Owned Enterprises in Pakistan has long been a contentious issue. The rationale behind privatization...
A significant reason for the massive loadshedding of electricity prevalent across the country is the absence of some billions of kWh units in the...
The historical journey of privatization in Pakistan reflects a complex interplay of political will, economic challenges and strategic priorities....
Pakistan has started constructing its largest nuclear power plant, with a capacity of 1,170 MWe, in Chashma District, Mianwali. The project,...
Pakistan, often referred to as a “sugar surplus” country, has seen its sugar industry lobbying for an annual export quota of one million tons of...
Due to armed conflicts in Sudan, once the largest country in Africa, its economy is in disarray, with a projected shrinkage of 28 percent in 2024....
Ministry of Commerce, under the auspices of the caretaker government, has formulated a five-year strategy aimed at bolstering Pakistan’s exports...
In recent years, Pakistan has undergone a significant technological transformation, marking a journey towards innovation and digitalization. From...
Pakistan’s international trade volume remains significantly below its potential, a concern underscored by the figures from the fiscal year ending...
Pakistan continues to grapple with an energy crisis characterized by persistent shortages of gas and electricity nationwide. This has led to...
Pakistan's cement industry is underpinned by abundant indigenous raw materials, boasting 26 operational plants with a combined annual installed...
Pakistan currently grapples with the daunting challenge of widespread poverty, a problem that persists despite the professed commitment of...
The global cement industry currently commands a substantial $406 billion, and it is anticipated to expand to $545 billion by the year 2030. Global...
“Tourism brings progress. As one of the biggest sectors in the global economy, it has great power to bridge cultures, generate new opportunities,...
On December 22, 2023, the Senate Standing Committee on Industries and Production discussed the challenges being faced by the Pakistan Steel Mills ...
“Freedom comes from strength and self-reliance” — Lisa Murkowski
Pakistan boasts extensive oil and gas resources, predominantly situated in Balochistan, Sindh, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as per various studies...
Small and Medium Enterprises play a pivotal role in most economies, particularly in developing countries. They constitute the majority of...
The future of Pakistan Steel Mills remains uncertain, reminiscent of its position in 2015. Unfortunately, the caretaker government has declared PSM...
The engineering and capital goods industry play a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of global economies, fostering innovation, and supporting...
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar, although not mandated to address long-standing issues, has undertaken various measures to revitalize...
Lithium, a strategic metal renowned for its diverse applications across various industries, holds substantial deposits within Pakistan that present...
“For developing countries aiming to maintain growth while sustaining job creation, manufacturing offers an opportunity not only to rebalance the...
Like many other industries in Pakistan today, which heavily rely on imports, the shipbreaking or ship-recycling sector also faces operational and...
Industrialization in Pakistan grapples with a multitude of challenges spanning technological, managerial, financial, marketing, and governmental...
Renewable Energy is projected to dominate the global energy scene within a decade or so. Global supply of renewable energy rose by 8pc in 2022 in...
The long-awaited Petroleum Refining Policy, known as the Pakistan Oil Refining Policy for New/Greenfield Refineries 2023, the initial draft of which...
Pakistan is endowed with enormous wealth of mineral resources that present extensive potential for playing a critical role in achieving...
Pakistan’s domestic credit to private sector in terms of percentage to the Goss domestics product has been persistently declining for the last 37...
The Pakistan Investment Policy 2023 has been announced at an opportune time when the country, in the wake of a prevalent economic recession, badly...
