Pakistan & Gulf Economist

A Trade Policy Challenge in the Making 1-Introduction The European Union’s regulatory landscape is undergoing a quiet but consequential shift. Driven by its broader sustainability agenda, the EU is moving to embed environmental and supply chain transparency requirements directly into the conditions of market access. At the center of this shift is the Digital Product [...]

Consumer finance in Pakistan encompassing auto loans, personal loans, credit cards, housing finance, and other retail lending products has evolved into a dynamic segment of the financial sector. It bridges the gap between household aspirations and financial capabilities, driving consumption, supporting industries like automobiles and real estate, and contributing to broader e...

Remittances from overseas Pakistanis represent far more than mere financial transfers; they embody the enduring bonds of millions of families stretched across continents and serve as a vital pillar of Pakistan’s economy. In an era marked by global uncertainties, volatile commodity prices, and domestic economic challenges, these inflows have consistently provided a buffer agai...

Interview with Mr. Aamir Ijaz Khan, Executive Director ICMA Pakistan PAGE: Tell me something about yourself, please. Aamir Ijaz Khan: By profession, I am a Fellow Cost and Management Accountant and have on my credit around 20 years of diversified experience in the areas of Client Servicing, Project Implementation, Business Repositioning, Financial Management, and Complia...

Interview with Ms. Tara Uzra Dawood, the founder and president of LADIESFUND PAGE: Tell me something about yourself, please: Tara Uzra Dawood: I am an entrepreneur, investor, and corporate leader with a strong commitment to innovation, ethical finance, women’s economic empowerment, and sustainable economic development in Pakistan. Over the years, I have remained associat...