This Economic Insight examines the key macroeconomic indicators of Pakistan’s economy as presented in the Pakistan Economic Survey 2025-26. It further identifies and discusses ten economic implications of the current state of the economy, as reflected in the survey.
This policy insight evaluates the viability of the proposed US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as a pathway toward de-escalation... read more
This policy insight examines the growing role of the “Pakistan factor” in India’s political communication and electoral strategy, particularly... read more
Pakistan’s economy is passing through a critical phase marked by fragile macroeconomic stabilization alongside deep-rooted structural vulnerabilities. The forthcoming... read more
Pakistan’s upcoming federal budget must move beyond short-term economic stabilization and focus on long-term development priorities including export growth,... read more
This policy insight examines the evolving U.S.–Iran peace talks mediated by Islamabad, focusing on strategic signaling and diplomatic engagement.... read more
Water security in Pakistan is increasingly threatened by climate change and India’s growing non-compliance with the Indus Waters Treaty... read more
Pakistan’s power sector faces persistent structural challenges, including DISCO inefficiencies, high generation costs, and rising circular debt, straining consumers... read more
This write-up examines the recent escalation in Pakistan–Afghanistan tensions, highlighting the shift from strategic restraint to a more assertive... read more
This policy comment examines the economic fallout of the Iran–US and Israel conflict for Pakistan, with a focused lens... read more
This analysis by Brig (r) Said Nazir, senior associate, IPS, examines the evolving Iran vs US-Israel war and the... read more
