Detailed SUMMARY of “Economic Emergency,” Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry, Dawn, October 1st, 2023
The current economic conditions in Pakistan have led to extreme hardship for the majority of its citizens. Soaring power tariffs and high fuel costs have significantly increased the cost of living, pushing basic necessities beyond the reach of the public. The nation is deeply indebted due to persistent deficit spending, mortgaging the future of generations to come. However, there is a stark contrast between the financial struggles of the general populace and the apparent business-as-usual approach of the government’s top echelons, who continue to embark on foreign trips despite the expenses involved. The writer calls for government-led austerity measures, particularly in the face of economic pressures on the public. The chief justice’s voluntary renunciation of protocol and privileges serves as an example to follow. The government should suspend official foreign trips, utilize online mediums for representation abroad, eliminate free utilities and perks, and consider privatizing or » Read More…