Dr. Aneel Salman, Author at IPRI - Islamabad Policy Research Institute

Policy Brief by Dr. Aneel Salman 12/07/2024

Understanding Blackouts: Technical Perspectives and Solutions

Download A blackout is defined as a complete loss of electrical power to an area and represents the most extreme form of power outage that can occur in a power system . This paper investigates the technical aspects of blackouts in Pakistan, meticulously…

Policy Brief by Dr. Aneel Salman 12/07/2024

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Enhancing FDI in Pakistan: The Role and Challenges of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)

Download 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…

Policy Brief by Dr. Aneel Salman 05/07/2024

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To Tax or Not to Tax: Pakistan’s Solar Energy Debate

Download 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…

PAPER by Dr. Aneel Salman 05/07/2024

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Frugal Innovation: Adaptive Solutions for Pakistan

Download 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…

PAPER by Dr. Aneel Salman 14/06/2024

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Operationalising Carbon Credit Markets in Pakistan: Challenges and Prospects

Download 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…

Policy Brief by Dr. Aneel Salman 24/05/2024

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Strengthening Pakistan’s Climate Resilience: Application of Climate Policy Assessment Tool (CPAT)

Download 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)…

PAPER by Dr. Aneel Salman 17/04/2024

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Climate Finance For Pakistan: what and how.?

Download 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,…

Policy Brief by Dr. Aneel Salman 15/03/2024

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Critique of Productive Capacities Index (PCI)

Download 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…

PAPER by Dr. Aneel Salman 08/03/2024

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Gross Marine Product of Pakistan: Revisited

Download 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…

PAPER by Dr. Aneel Salman 05/03/2024

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Climate Security Index: Analysing South Asia’s Climate Resilience

Download 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,…

Understanding Blackouts: Technical Perspectives and Solutions

Enhancing FDI in Pakistan: The Role and Challenges of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)

To Tax or Not to Tax: Pakistan’s Solar Energy Debate

Frugal Innovation: Adaptive Solutions for Pakistan

Operationalising Carbon Credit Markets in Pakistan: Challenges and Prospects

Strengthening Pakistan’s Climate Resilience: Application of Climate Policy Assessment Tool (CPAT)

Climate Finance For Pakistan: what and how.?

Critique of Productive Capacities Index (PCI)

Gross Marine Product of Pakistan: Revisited

Climate Security Index: Analysing South Asia’s Climate Resilience

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