Muhammad Ali Rana

A Defining Moment for the World Economy Not since the aftermath of the Second World War has the global economy faced such a defining crossroads. The combination of post-pandemic recovery, geopolitical rivalries, climate pressures, and rapid technological disruption—especially the pervasive rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI)—has created both extraordinary risks and unprecedented opportunities. For governments, businesses, and individuals in Burewala, Punjab, Pakistan, and across the globe, understanding these shifts is no longer optional—it is essential for survival and growth. Slowing Growth, Sticky Inflation Global growth is slowing compared to pre-pandemic levels. According to the IMF, world GDP is expected to hover around 3% in the coming years—lower than the 3.8% average of the previous two decades. Inflation, though easing in some advanced economies, remains stubborn in others, forcing central banks to keep interest rates higher for longer. These global trends have direct implic...

  The Paradox of Plenty Pakistan is a land of paradoxes. It has mountains of copper and gold, fertile valleys, and one of the youngest workforces in the world. More than 64% of its citizens are under 30—a demographic blessing that could power an economic miracle ( UNDP Report ). And yet, Pakistan continues to stumble. Poverty deepens, instability lingers, and its institutions remain fragile. The tragedy is not a lack of resources or talent—it is the betrayal of public service. Here, politics is not a duty. It’s an investment portfolio. The Foundation of Flawed Intentions The rot begins at the entry gates of the state. The Central Superior Services ( CSS ), Provincial Civil Services ( PCS ), and judicial recruitment exams were meant to select the nation’s best minds. But these exams measure memory, not morality. They reward rote brilliance, not honesty. For many, passing them is less about serving the people and more about entering a lucrative marketplace of power. A government job ...