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Even if the military withdraws or refrains from direct intervention in the political sphere, its vast resources and its past experience of political power are likely to make the military remain a political factor.

Perhaps the answer is the introduction of a presidential form of government based on the American model with direct elections.

At this crucial juncture when Pakistan needs political stability and single-mindedness at the top decision-making levels more than ever, there’s a need to demarcate the scope as well as limitations of civil-military relations without running the risk of unconstitutional intervention or institutional trespassing.

For sound governance under a democratic system, should there be complete separation in Pakistan’s civil-military relations?

The appointment of the next Pakistan Army chief will be made in the context of existing civil-military relations and institutional traditions.

Inequality in Pakistan comes in two forms: industrial assets and land. Of late the latter has become an important contributor to the incomes of the rich.

The World Bank Group’s engagement in India is guided by the Country Partnership Framework (CPF), developed in collaboration with the Government of India,

Regional cooperation has the potential to produce significant gains across all countries of South Asia.

Pakistan is the most urbanized country in South Asia. Its magacity Karachi can be transformed into a livable and competitive urban centre with smart policies and tools.

The need for new leaders and new political parties is a reality.

The ingress of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf into the Punjab’s heartland has sent shivers down the spines of many strong-rooted political parties.

There is too much focus on saving the queen and losing sight of the king.

Despite the pitfalls, Imran Khan’s supporters remain glued to him and dismiss all criticism.

There is a need to take a neutral view of the policies of Gen. Pervez Musharraf and the intent of the reforms undertaken.

From a corporate leader to a senior bureaucrat, the transformation

It is too early to close the balance sheet on the Musharraf era. More time is needed before a definitive judgment can be made.

Pakistan’s former Chief Executive and President, General Pervez Musharraf (born on 11 August 1943)

A reluctant general, who was to be sacked while on a flight back home from Sri Lanka, took charge of Pakistan on October, 12, 1999.

It was alleged that when the Kargil war happened, there were documents which claimed

Pervez Musharraf’s unremitting energy, his diligent work and his appointment of capable people made him an outstanding leader.

Economic growth was possible from 2002 to 2008 because a strong government mobilized domestic resources and ensured that they were utilized productively.

Though a military ruler, General Pervez Musharraf brought in reforms that many a civilian ruler could not even think of.