Former Federal Minister Senator Raza Rabbani has urged Pakistan People's Party Co-Chairperson Asif Ali Zardari to be more cautious in his decision to pursue a demand for another province carved out of Punjab. At a time when the debate for new provinces has gained momentum, Rabbani's advice to President Zardari is sound and reflects the senator's decades of political experience.
Showing posts with label political parties. Show all posts
Showing posts with label political parties. Show all posts
Sunday, 21 August 2011
Sunday, 17 July 2011
Chronic abuse of power goes unchecked
The recent television footage of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) MNA Anjum Aqeel escaping police custody with the help of dozens of his supporters has once again brought forth the haughty mindset of our political representatives, which allows them to feel entitled, untouchable and beyond the law of the land.
Saturday, 14 May 2011
Business Plan for Pakistan's Political Parties
Between the rule of General Zia and General Mushy, whenever a new government was elected, the most common feedback heard was, “corruption ki intiha ho gayee hai” (corruption has exceeded all limits).
Now that all the major political parties have had their chance in the government, and have made their share of the money, I propose a siraat-e-mustaqeem for the smaller political parties—a business plan. The parties can brand and market their election symbols and earn revenue. Examples:
Now that all the major political parties have had their chance in the government, and have made their share of the money, I propose a siraat-e-mustaqeem for the smaller political parties—a business plan. The parties can brand and market their election symbols and earn revenue. Examples:
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