Context As Israel continues its military campaign and air bombardments on the Gaza Strip and retaliates against Palestinians for the October 7 Hamas ambush, fears are mounting the conflict was widening to include Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, and beyond. According to media reports, to date close to 26,000 Palestinians have been killed and 65,000 wounded. For…
Dr Saqib, chairperson of Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and the founder of Akhuwat, leads the first-ever interest-free microfinance program operating from mosques and churches, acclaimed internationally for its innovative model. Demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity, especially towards disadvantaged women and religious minorities, he prioritizes female applicants and fosters inter-faith collaboration through various places of…
Pakistan is all set for the upcoming elections on Feb 8th 2024. All political parties are working towards development of their manifestoes and the promises they undertake in front of the people of Pakistan. One key area that needs utmost attention since the creation of Pakistan is good governance. Good governance is the vital ingredient…
If Pakistan fails to formulate a clear policy regarding Afghan refugees, this predicament could transform into one of our worst nightmares. The people of Pakistan eagerly anticipate electing their genuine representatives who can devise a policy aligned with the sentiments of the common citizens. A policy devoid of a people-centric approach is unlikely to bring…
Introduction The Middle East, a crucible of perpetual change, is ensnared in conflicts stretching beyond the Israel-Gaza War. Rooted in the mid-20th century with Israel’s establishment in 1948 and mass Palestinian displacement, the region grapples with a relentless cycle of violence over land, resources, and national identity. Amid the ongoing Gaza war, Houthi rebels emerge…
Haya Sehgal Author, Resilient Pakistan Welcome to the Pakistan Pavilion at the World Economic Forum Davos 2024. I humbly invite all of you to settle down as we have a great list of panelists over here, brilliant speakers under the panel of KCFR. I also thank the Swiss Asian Chamber of Commerce (SACC). We welcome…
Zarrar Sehgal – Chairman Pathfinder Group, Host of the Pakistan Breakfast at Davos 2024 warmly welcomed the participants at the 20th Pakistan Breakfast hosted by Pathfinder and VRG. “We are honoured to have His Excellency Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar in our midst today. Thank you, sir, for gracing us with your presence. Before…
Iran has gambled and it has lost. Tehran’s decision to fly-in drones backed with precision-guided missiles deep into Pakistan’s side of restive Balochistan was a fiasco. It was a perfect misadventure, and uncalled for. It was, at least, not expected from a prudent and wise leadership like the one in Iran after the 1979 Islamic…
Akhuwat College Kasur is a free residential college for boys in Lahore. Currently around 60 acres with aspirations to attain university status. The charter application is underway, and while we presently offer education programs from 8th to 10th grade for local underprivileged youth, plans are in place for higher-level programs. In the junior section, students…
Amidst the beauty of Chakwal, Akhuwat College for Women (ACW) is affiliated with Fatima Jinnah University and offers hope to young women – dedicated to empowering underprivileged girls and breaking the chains of societal limitations. Born from the visionary spirit of Akhuwat Foundation, this institution is grounded in the values of “Muwakhat” (brotherhood), “Amanat” (trustworthiness), and…
