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By Amjad Qaim Khani In Pakistan’s constitutional history, the 18th Constitutional Amendment passed in 2010 is widely regarded as a defining moment that reshaped the balance of power between the federation and the provinces. It was celebrated as a major step towards provincial autonomy under the spirit of the 1973 Constitution. Yet more than a decade later, the promise of full decentralization remains incomplete, as provinces have been slow to transfer authority further down to districts and local governments, leaving governance structurally half-finished and politically contested. The 18th Amendment significantly reduced federal control and expanded provincial authority across key sectors.…

By Atiq Raja My recent visit to Tortosa in Spain became one of the most peaceful and enriching experiences of my journey across Europe. Nestled along the banks of the Ebro River in Catalonia, the city offered a rare blend of deep history, natural beauty, cultural harmony and quiet human connection that stayed with me long after I left. From the moment I arrived, Tortosa felt different from the louder, more commercialised destinations often associated with European travel. It moved at a slower rhythm. Streets were calm, conversations felt unhurried, and even the air seemed to carry a sense of…

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The latest round of talks between European Union and Pakistan in Islamabad has once again underlined how diplomacy in South Asia is steadily being reshaped by a blend of economic necessity and hard security realities. The eighth Pakistan–EU Strategic Dialogue was presented by both sides as a continuation of long standing engagement, yet the tone and substance suggested something more layered, a relationship trying to adjust itself to a more unstable and contested regional environment. At the centre of the discussions was a quiet recognition that the relationship can no longer be defined solely through trade preferences or development assistance,…

By Asghar Ali MubarakThe federal budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 is expected to be a defining moment for Pakistan’s economy as policymakers try to balance the strict requirements of the International Monetary Fund program with growing public demand for relief in the face of inflation. The government faces a difficult task of stabilizing fiscal indicators while also responding to pressure from households and businesses struggling with rising costs. Across different sections of society, expectations for the upcoming budget, expected in June 2026, are building steadily. For the salaried class, the most important demand is an increase in the income…

Alina KashifThe United States maintained a dominant position in global politics for more than three decades after the end of the Cold War. During this period, it combined overwhelming military strength with a highly industrialized and globally integrated economy. It also exercised significant influence over international institutions, shaping much of the global decision-making architecture in line with its strategic interests. Major political, economic, and security developments across the world were largely influenced by American leadership and its global reach. However, this structure is now gradually changing. The international system is moving away from a unipolar arrangement towards a more multipolar…

By Nazia Sher Pakistan’s fisheries sector has crossed the USD 500 million export threshold, marking steady progress in the blue economy. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (2025) and the ITC Trade Map, seafood exports reached approximately 216,350 metric tons worth USD 465 million in FY2024–25, reflecting growth of around 8–13 percent in both value and volume. Despite this progress, structural governance weaknesses continue to constrain long-term transformation. Fisheries governance in Pakistan remains fragmented across institutions. Provincial governments are responsible for production, licensing, and inland fisheries, while federal institutions manage maritime security, trade facilitation, and international reporting obligations. The…

The strength of a democracy is not measured by the popularity of its leaders, the scale of its elections or the size of its economy. It is measured by its ability to tolerate criticism, protect dissent and uphold the rights of all citizens, especially those who disagree with the government of the day. Recent developments in India have once again brought these principles into sharp focus, raising important questions about the direction of democratic governance, political tolerance and minority rights under the administration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Reports from the city of Meerut, where a 70-year-old Muslim man was…

By Professor Dr. Sheikh Akram Ali Losing anything causes distress to human beings and affects everyone; ultimately, it affects the entire society. Someone might recover from that loss and stand up again, while another might be so severely affected by it that they can never stand up again. If a society loses a precious thing like moral values, it has to suffer until it is recovered through social reconstruction and reform. It is an extremely difficult task, but it needs to be addressed before the society faces total destruction. There is an old proverb in our society— “If wealth is…