As COP 29 Approaches, a Fragmented International Climate Finance System in Review
As the upcoming COP 29 in Baku nears, the primary focus will be on addressing the fragmented international climate finance system
The Middle East stands on the verge of a dangerous and possibly catastrophic war between Israel and Iran. Israel’s recent actions, including the assassination of key Hamas and Hezbollah leaders and the invasion of Lebanon, have left Iran no choice but to respond, which it did with missile strikes on Israeli targets
Pakistan’s relationship with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) began in 1950, and the country has since frequently turned to the lender to overcome economic challenges. Currently, Pakistan is engaged in its 25th Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme, amounting to SDR 5,320 million (about $7 billion).
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October could be a decisive month for both the Middle East conflict and Pakistan’s political scene. Israel has expanded its aggressive military tactics from Gaza to Lebanon, killing civilians and flattening buildings, with Western nations providing indirect support
This article stresses the need for a comprehensive three-year action plan to implement domestic reforms that could help Pakistan smoothly transition from reliance on IMF programmes to sustainable, non-inflationary growth.
The article highlights the alarming issue of global malnutrition, which persists despite technological and agricultural advancements. The “Triple C” crisis – climate change, conflict, and the rising cost of living – exacerbates this problem, with millions suffering from hunger, particularly in developing countries like Pakista
The article discusses the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, with Iran launching missile strikes in response to Israel’s actions in Gaza and Lebanon. It highlights Iran’s justification of its attacks as acts of self-defense,
The article discusses the ongoing civil war in Sudan, which erupted in April 2023, amid a backdrop of international neglect and ongoing crises in other parts of the world, particularly the Russian invasion of Ukraine
The article examines the potential war between Israel and Iran, highlighting the devastation caused by Israel’s attacks on Gaza and Hezbollah’s retaliatory strikes
The article critiques the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) as an outdated and unscientific water management strategy for the Indus basin. Initially designed to allocate water between Pakistan and India, the treaty has failed legally, environmentally, and politically, exacerbating issues such as river pollution, environmental degradation, and inefficient water usage.