We should avoid any rush to judgement about the Islamabad talks which have barely got going. Diplomacy is a process, not an event. Anyone who thinks the process will yield something quickly is mistaken. No need to see it in terms of either breakthrough or breakdown.
Transport costs may rise by 15% increasing prices of goods. This can lead to higher wages and lower consumer confidence. It may cause long term inflation like the 2008 crisis in Pakistan.
The mindset shaped by education and environment plays a key role in developing society. Pakistan allocates around 1.9% of its GDP to education, which is quite low.UNESCO recommends 4% to 6% of GDP for education.
Noticing a decline in Islamabad lately,
potholes damaging cars tyres on many roads (except a few newly built ones) and a growing stray dog issue. Really miss the clean and well maintained Islamabad we once had.
Honored to be selected for the 222nd FIDE Arbiters’ Seminar organized by the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess under the auspices of FIDE.Grateful for this opportunity to grow as an arbiter and contribute to women’s chess development. @FideWomen
Rest in peace, Dr. Arfa Sayeda. A great soul departed today. Your light may have faded, but your impact never will. A profound voice for education, women's rights, and Urdu heritage, she leaves behind a legacy of wisdom and courage.
One of the main lessons from the book Why Nations Fail by Daron Acemoglu is that the most common reason countries fail today is the presence of extractive institutions.