Analyses
Pakistan’s Energy Enigma: A Historical Analysis
By mid-2025, installed generation capacity had crossed 45,000 MW, well past what the country actually needs. Yes, you read it...
Sharmeen Sajjad
Pakistan Built Power Plants for the Future, but Not Its Grid
Why Pakistan’s ‘EV plan’ needs more than cheap cars and more chargers? Pakistan’s ambition to accelerate electric vehicle adoption has...
Sharmeen Sajjad
How Are Funds Allocated in Pakistan’s Budget?
Understanding Fiscal Federalism, Debt Financing and Public Spending in FY2025–26 Every year, Pakistan’s federal and provincial governments announce budgets outlining...
Macro Pakistani
Performance of Agriculture in Pakistan and Productivity Gaps
Understanding Structural Challenges, Productivity Gaps and the Future of Pakistan’s Agricultural Sector Agriculture remains one of Pakistan’s most important economic...
Macro Pakistani
Pakistan Has 5G Licenses. What Does it Need Next?
Pakistan spent $507 million on 5G spectrum while 85% of its cell towers still run on infrastructure that cannot support...
Sharmeen Sajjad
What Explains Pakistan’s Revenue Performance?
A government’s ability to finance public services, invest in infrastructure, and maintain macroeconomic stability depends on the strength of its...