An archive of essays, short notes, and reflective pieces on life in Pakistan.
Why do Pakistani university graduates struggle to find suitable employment? An examination of graduate unemployment, workplace skills, internships, economic conditions and the challenges of entering Pakistan's job market.
Limited career opportunities, rising living costs, education, professional growth and uncertainty about the future are influencing how many young Pakistanis think about migration. But is leaving the country always a better option, and what does youth migration mean for Pakistan?
Pakistan still has millions of children outside the education system. Poverty, child labour, gender and social barriers, education quality, and population growth all contribute to the challenge.
Karachi drives much of Pakistan’s economic activity, yet the city continues to struggle with transport, water, waste management and other basic services. What explains this gap between economic importance and urban service delivery?
Social media has changed how people in Pakistan access information, express opinions and engage with public issues. While it has increased awareness and connectivity, it has also created challenges such as misinformation, polarisation and the way people form their opinions.
Political uncertainty can disrupt economic reforms, while economic hardship can create political pressure. The relationship works both ways — creating a cycle that Pakistan needs to break. Can Pakistan achieve lasting economic stability without political stability, and can economic reforms be sustained amid political uncertainty?
Pakistan has debated the creation of new provinces for decades. But would smaller administrative units actually improve governance, or simply create new political and financial challenges?
