Waqar Hassan

Democracy 2.0

A shift from small, localized groups to large, complex societies needing more effective governance characterized democratic evolution. The emergence of social media has given rise…

Agriculture sector: World’s largest freshwater guzzler

BEFORE the sun rises, billions of people across the globe begin their day with one pressing concern: how to put food on the table. But…

Indian Ocean region: Fulcrum of global power dynamics

WORLD trade relies heavily on sea routes, with approximately 90% of goods transported by maritime transport. Raw materials, finished goods, crude oil and security equipment…

Islamophibia: Origin, consequences, way forward

EARTH is home to a multitude of civilizations. From the start of civilizations’ growth, the world has been impressively and remarkably led by Islamic civilization.…

Poverty, inequality, global stability & social harmony

THE world and its resources are for everyone. However, poverty has jeopardized society’s well-being worldwide. It’s unfortunate, but this threat is man-made. Poverty deprives individuals…

Modern populism

TRUE World leaders earned admiration for their true commitment to societal transformation. Today, increased global population and rising expectations have overwhelmed governments’ capacity to satisfy…

Intolerance – a silent force of destruction

JUST imagine the potential for blowback when you sit next to someone intolerant and dare to disagree. The scenario is truly horrifying. People are teachable…

Pakistan’s prosperity — hidden pathways

NATIONS fall apart if they lack prosperity and equality. Prosperity fosters community harmony, sparks innovation and draws investment. National prosperity, achieved through equal opportunity, reduces…

Survival requires strength: Not wishful thinking

NOTHING beats the feeling of being safe. Humans have always struggled to provide security for themselves and their loved ones. Ensuring human safety has always…

From home to nation: the social code of progress

WE’VE all learned about Newton’s Third Law: every action has an equal and opposite reaction. This law works well in a social setting, where actions…

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