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This policy brief explores the investment opportunities and challenges associated with attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into Pakistan. Established in June 2023, the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) aims to streamline the investment process and create a more investor-friendly environment. By removing…
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Solar power is an ideal solution for Pakistan's electricity crisis and is environmentally friendly. This paper highlights the economic development of solar panels, some related environmental factors in Pakistan, and the existing policies on solar panels in Pakistan. By highlighting the benefits…
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This paper explores the transformative potential of Frugal innovation in addressing Pakistan's socio-economic challenges. Frugal innovation, an indigenous approach characterised by resourcefulness and innovation, leverages limited resources to create cost-effective solutions. This method is particularly relevant for Pakistan, where a significant portion…
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This research paper explores the emerging potential of the carbon credit market in Pakistan, examining its capacity to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change while promoting economic growth. An efficiently managed clean development mechanism (CDM) is essential for attracting investments and…
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Pakistan is facing increasingly severe climate change challenges, necessitating the development of strong policy instruments to build resilience. This policy brief explores various climate models and their applicability in Pakistan. Among these models, the International Monetary Fund's Climate Policy Assessment Tool (CPAT)…
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Existing international climate finance is insufficient to meet Pakistan's mitigation and adaptation needs defined in its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC). To bridge this gap, Pakistan requires innovative financing solutions, such as concessional finance instruments like green bonds, debt-for-climate swaps, nature performance bonds,…
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Productivity is fundamental to a nation's economic development. The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has developed the Productive Capacities Index (PCI) covering 192 countries, which serves as a blueprint for stimulating economic growth by identifying and…
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With a 90% share in global trade, the Marine economy is considered to be a new growth point in the global economic paradigm. Due to Pakistan’s strategic geography, the Blue economy significantly contributes to the national GDP. More than…
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This paper provides an in-depth analysis of climate security in South Asia, a region significantly impacted by climate change. It evaluates active climate funding projects and policies in each South Asian country, highlighting the diverse challenges such as land, food, health,…
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Given Pakistan's recurrent dependence on IMF assistance for financial stability, the study underscores the importance of adhering to stringent IMF conditions. Assessing the Manifestoes against IMF criteria reveals a common emphasis among all parties on inclusive growth and inflation reduction. Notably, PML-N's…