Tag: Shehbaz Sharif

Pakistan’s Politics Fuelling Economic Malaise

Commentary Pakistan faces numerous political problems, including rampant corruption, bad governance, allegations of human rights violations, and perceived interference of international monetary organisations in the domestic affairs of the country. These problems contribute to the economic malaise currently facing the country. In Aug. 2021, Uzair Younus, the author of “The Impact of COVID-19 on South…


China Bolsters Cooperation With Pakistan, Offers Major Financial Package

Chinese leader Xi Jinping has assured Pakistan’s leader that his government will continue to support Pakistan in stabilizing its financial situation and inject “new impetus” into their strategic partnership. Xi made the remarks during a meeting with visiting Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Nov. 2. The two leaders issued a joint statement pledging to…