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The Past Steering Pakistan’s Future

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    Why Pakistan Stumbles While Bangladesh Rises? Pakistan, despite its significant strengths, finds itself teetering on the brink of crisis. With a GDP (nominal) of $376 billion and a per capita income of $1,658, it sits far ahead of countries like Nepal ($1,377) and many Sub-Saharan nations, yet lags thirteen positions behind Bangladesh, whose per capita income has soared to $2,469. Pakistan boasts the seventh most powerful military in the world, complete with nuclear weapons an elite status that few nations can claim. On paper, it has the potential of any lower-income country aspiring to middle-income status, yet the reality paints a grimmer picture.  In completely contrast, Bangladesh a fellow Muslim-majority nation without a large military or nuclear arsenal appears to be a country on the rise. Focused on economic growth, industrial development, and social progress, Bangladesh exudes confidence while Pakistan remains mired in instability, economic mismanageme...

How TikTok Rewrote Pashtun Norms

Back in 2012, the emergence of Facebook introduced a revolutionary platform for social interaction, and like many, I joined out of curiosity. Initially, it offered an enjoyable way to connect with others, but it wasn’t long before the misuse began. Fake accounts, often created under female names, quickly turned the platform into a space marred by deception and negativity. Within just a few years, it had become an unpleasant experience due to the lack of understanding about its purpose. Seeking a change, I turned to Twitter, now known as X, but found it similarly uninspiring over time. Eventually, I moved to TikTok, originally known as Musically, which offered a unique concept: sharing videos that showcased talent, provided education, or spread awareness all in just a few seconds. However, much like its predecessors, TikTok too suffered at the hands of users who misunderstood its purpose, transforming it into a space that alienated those seeking meaningful engagement. Social media has e...