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SUMMARY of the Article “Mixed Developments” by Khurram Husain, Dawn, October 3rd, 2024

The article discusses Pakistan’s current economic situation, which, though not entirely bleak, remains challenging. The government is nearing the end of the stabilisation phase in economic management, with encouraging steps like the debt buyback plan aimed at reducing the burden of maturing Treasury bills. Domestic debt, now nearly 50% of the country’s GDP, remains a significant concern. Inflation has fallen to below 7%, earlier than projected, due to a tightly controlled money supply, validating the State Bank’s high-interest rates strategy. Despite the improvement in some macroeconomic indicators, such as higher-than-expected revenue grants and a better primary balance, uncertainties persist. The latest IMF projections show some improvements compared to May 2024 forecasts, but the economy’s debt burden and external vulnerabilities remain issues that need long-term resolution. » Read More…

SUMMARY of the Article “Burying democracy,” Dr. Niaz Murtaza, Dawn, October 1st, 2024

The article highlights the severe threats facing Pakistan’s democracy, which has long been undermined by powerful forces within the state, particularly the military establishment. Dr. Niaz Murtaza argues that democracy is nearing extinction, with recent developments signaling its potential burial. He outlines a series of democratic assaults in recent years, including manipulated elections, the politicization of state institutions, disregard for Supreme Court rulings, and the complete dominance of the military establishment over civilian governments. The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), once stalwarts of democratic governance, are now complicit in these undemocratic moves, seemingly operating as extensions of the security apparatus. The article laments the irony of these parties supporting measures that could harm not only democracy but also their own political futures. Dr. Murtaza criticizes the media, legal community, and civil society for their passive acceptance of these attacks on democratic institutions. He warns that these anti-democratic actions will have long-lasting consequences, including the erosion of state legitimacy, increased lawlessness, terrorism, and extremism. The article concludes with a call to resist any moves to subdue the judiciary and preserve what remains of Pakistan’s democratic foundations. » Read More…

Detailed SUMMARY of the Article “Fancy Tax Scheme,” Dawn, September 23rd, 2024

The article critically examines Pakistan’s recently proposed tax enforcement mechanism, labeling it as ineffective and misaligned with the goal of broadening the tax base. The editorial argues that the new tax policy disproportionately burdens compliant taxpayers, particularly the middle class, while allowing tax evaders to remain unscathed. The scheme, approved by the prime minister, seeks to prevent non-taxpayers from purchasing assets such as cars, real estate, and financial instruments and restricts their ability to open bank accounts. However, it fails to abolish the non-filer category unique to Pakistan, allowing tax evaders to continue their avoidance strategies. The mechanism divides taxpayers into two groups: those declaring an income below Rs10 million and those above. The article points out the unfair assumption that those earning less than Rs10 million are underreporting their income, thus treating them as potential tax evaders, while individuals above this threshold escape scrutiny. Moreover, the system amplifies the discretionary powers of tax officials, increasing the likelihood of corruption. The article stresses that instead of introducing convoluted enforcement mechanisms, the government should focus on plugging legal loopholes, enhancing accountability, and implementing a fair tax system supported by political will and efficient bureaucracy to genuinely expand the tax net and » Read More…

SUMMARY of the Article “Reforms & the IMF,” Rashid Amjad, Dawn, September 14th, 2024

The article emphasizes the necessity of structural reforms for Pakistan’s long-term economic growth. According to the author, Rashid Amjad, the country needs to achieve a growth rate of at least 6% to reduce poverty, unemployment, and regional disparities. However, each time the economy attempts to grow at this pace, it faces a balance-of-payments crisis, resulting in the need for economic reforms. Contrary to popular belief, reforms are not forced upon Pakistan solely by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Instead, the country requires these reforms to address its irresponsible financial management, including high fiscal deficits, rising debts, and insufficient taxation. The author argues that if the ruling elite accepted the need for reforms and initiated durable economic changes, Pakistan could avoid relying on the IMF altogether. However, the political elite, who benefit from the current system, resist necessary reforms. The article also highlights the IMF’s approach, which sometimes exacerbates public hardships, as well as the loss of confidence from global markets and Pakistan’s international allies, such as China, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. To overcome this situation, the author urges the formation of a coalition with the political will to implement reforms that have broad public support. This would restore

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