by Rabia Umer | Aug 3, 2025 | Governance & Policy
Once, an interviewer asked me a question: Does madrassa produce only conservative people? This question can be answered in many ways, but I would like to share a balanced perspective. Historically, Maddrais were early centres of learning in the Islamic world that...
by Rabia Umer | Aug 3, 2025 | Economics and Trade, Governance & Policy
Pakistan’s Economic Survey 2024–25 presents a cautiously hopeful macroeconomic picture. It cites steady GDP growth, lower inflation, a fiscal surplus, and rising remittances. However, nearly half the population remains mired in poverty, and most households feel no...
