Islamabad, 9 March 2023 (WAI): The U.S. Embassy in Pakistan proudly announces the commencement of the fourth Pakistan cohort of the “Academy for Women Entrepreneurs” (AWE) program. The launch event occurred at the Lincoln Reading Lounge at the National Library of Pakistan, where Bettina Malone, Minister Counselor for Public Affairs, inaugurated this year’s cohort. The … Read more
On this Women’s Day, as we celebrate women’s remarkable achievements and resilience worldwide, it is essential to reflect on initiatives that empower and uplift women in meaningful ways. One such initiative is the JAARI Fellowship, facilitated by the ifa (Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen) and implemented by Parindey in Pakistan and Tartak in Nepal, which gives South Asian … Read more
Begum Shaista Ikramullah was the first female representative of the first Constituent Assembly of Pakistan. She was born to an intellectual family in Calcutta on July 22, 1915. Her father, Hassan Suhrawardy, studied medicine in Calcutta and England and worked for the East India Railway. Descended from Mughal landowners, Begum Shaista Ikramullah’s mother embodied a … Read more
On this International Women’s Day, we honor and commemorate the extraordinary accomplishments of women who have overcome adversity, dispelled preconceptions, and come to represent strength and empowerment. Amina Shabbir is one of these fantastic people whose story embodies the transformational power of willpower, steadfast support, and unshakable endurance. Born into a conservative family where opportunities … Read more
In the heart of a conservative community in Pakistan, where antiquated customs held sway and women were often silenced, there emerged a hope and defiance named Kalsoom Brohi. She is a story of resilience, courage, and unyielding determination to challenge the entrenched norms that shackled women’s rights and perpetuated violence in the name of honor. … Read more
Karachi, 7 March 2024 (WAI): The Consul General of China in Karachi, Yang Yundong, highlighted at an International Women’s Day reception that the Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) initiatives have generated significant employment opportunities in Pakistan, particularly for women, enabling them to demonstrate their skills across various sectors. He emphasized the growing cooperation between China and … Read more
The India Study Center at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) successfully organized the inaugural “Next-Generation International Security Experts Conference 2024,” aimed at engaging youth and fostering critical thinking and research culture among them. Held on March 7, 2024, the conference witnessed participation from students and young researchers from various universities and think tanks, … Read more
Gwadar, 6 March 2024 (WAI): China Overseas Ports Holding (Pakistan) Co. Ltd. (COPHC) responded swiftly to the devastating floods that hit Gwadar, Pakistan, from February 27 to 29, marking the region’s most severe deluge in 16 years. The heavy rainfall wreaked havoc, causing widespread destruction of roads, collapsing homes, and plunging residents into hardship. Chinese … Read more
Unemployment is a critical problem and reflects one nation’s underutilization of human resources. Unemployment is one main problem every nation faces, whether highly developed and industrialized or deprived. There are several definitions and explanations for unemployment. It can be defined as “the condition of having no job or being out of work” or the “Proportion … Read more
One state of agony for Pakistan is the crisis of poor governance. Since its independence, it has started robbing the country of internal stability, and there is no doubt that good governance can resolve and settle all its colossal problems. However, the government has yet to achieve its outcomes (political, social, economic) due to inducing … Read more
