Criterion Quarterly

Vol 18-3 (Jul/Sep 2023)

Financial Services Reform in Pakistan: Structures, Prospects, and Recommendations in the Context of the WTO Agreement

Financial Services Reform in Pakistan: Structures, Prospects, and Recommendations in the Context of the WTO Agreement

Financial services in Pakistan face critical challenges and opportunities, with an emphasis on the need for regulatory frameworks, governance improvements, and technological integration. The focus is on creating a resilient financial system that can enhance financial inclusivity and adapt to both domestic and global economic shifts.

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Indus River Basin Saga: The Need for Reinvigorating the Indus Waters Treaty

Indus River Basin Saga: The Need for Reinvigorating the Indus Waters Treaty

Challenges surrounding the Indus River Basin and the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) between India and Pakistan are explored, with a call for renewed dialogue and cooperation. The focus is on addressing emerging water security issues exacerbated by climate change, population growth, and increasing demand, highlighting the treaty’s modernization as a national security imperative.

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Dimensions Of Narcotic Substance Abuse And Control: A Perspective From Pakistan

Dimensions Of Narcotic Substance Abuse And Control: A Perspective From Pakistan

The narcotic substance abuse crisis in Pakistan is explored through its historical context and contemporary challenges. The discussion includes the socio-economic and geopolitical factors exacerbating the issue, the rise of synthetic drugs, and the impact of regional instability. The review also covers Pakistan’s Anti-Narcotics Policy and efforts in international cooperation to control narcotics, particularly within educational institutions.

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Northern Pakistan’s Pre- and Post-Islamic Local Governance, Rights, and Responsibilities

Northern Pakistan’s Pre- and Post-Islamic Local Governance, Rights, and Responsibilities

An ethnographic exploration of local governance systems in northern Pakistan reveals their evolution from pre-Islamic to post-Islamic times. The discussion centers on traditional and contemporary governance structures, including the Jirga system, and critically assesses the impact of external influences like colonialism on indigenous systems.

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