MenToo: A call for gender equality

MenToo: A call for gender equality

In the ongoing discourse surrounding gender equality, it is crucial to shed light on a topic often overshadowed by discussions about women’s rights – the often-neglected realm of men’s rights. While women’s issues have rightfully gained attention, the struggles faced by men have been downplayed or overlooked. This article aims to delve into the various […]

Has China won?

Has China won?

Has China won? The short answer is no, or not yet. Earlier this month, I had the privilege of speaking in a book club on a similar topic arranged by the Punjab University Readers Society (PURS). The well-known book Has China Won? The Chinese Challenge to American Primacy influenced the title of the talk, written […]

New elections, old political dynasties

New elections, old political dynasties

For many generations, Pakistan’s influential political families have strengthened their influence across all government tiers. A look at the historical roots of these political dynasties is evident of their prominence tracing back to the colonial British rule, way before partition of the sub-continent. At present, dozens of national and provincial constituencies are witnessing a contest […]

Pakistan's fractured mirror: How the Judiciary's shadow looms over a failing democracy

Pakistan’s fractured mirror: How the Judiciary’s shadow looms over a failing democracy

Pakistan, a nation born amid the tumultuous birth pangs of partition, has struggled to reconcile its aspirations for democracy with the persistent specter of military intervention and entrenched judicial activism. As the country grapples with a myriad of social, economic, and political challenges, the role of the judiciary has become increasingly contentious, raising critical questions […]