Opinion: Entrenched divisions have brought Pakistan to a standstill

The country’s new government appears to be struggling between its democratic credentials and its atavistic origins.

Arifa Noor, Dawn.com

· Jun 08, 2022 · 09:30 pm

When will the next generation of leaders take the reins in Pakistan?

The country’s political landscape seems to have a mix of the old and the young.

Arifa Noor, Dawn.com

· Jan 05, 2022 · 07:30 pm

The growing clout of an extremist group may push Pakistan’s mainstream parties further to the right

There is a chance that Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan will continue to play a major role in the country’s politics.

Arifa Noor, Dawn.com

· Nov 10, 2021 · 07:30 pm

Ahead of 2023 polls, Pakistan’s biggest opposition party is grappling with question of leadership

While the other parties are already planning their election moves, Nawaz Sharif’s party is busy with a power struggle.

Arifa Noor, Dawn.com

· Sep 08, 2021 · 07:30 pm

In Pakistan, most discussions on Afghanistan and the Taliban lack details on what to do next

It is hard to miss how the policymakers in Islamabad are emphasising more on the past than the future.

Arifa Noor, Dawn.com

· Jul 16, 2021 · 07:30 pm

Most Pakistani leaders who oppose peace with India in public favour it in private

For the leaders who want to discuss peace with New Delhi, the civil-military divide is a major roadblock.

Arifa Noor, Dawn.com

· May 01, 2021 · 09:30 pm

Will the opposition attacks on Imran Khan’s government usher in change in Pakistan?

History has taught Pakistanis to not get their hopes high.

Arifa Noor, Dawn.com

· Oct 29, 2020 · 07:30 pm

Opinion: In Karachi, violence seems to be the quickest route to a better life

Last week’s investigative reports into three high-profile criminal cases are the latest examples.

Arifa Noor, Dawn.com

· Jul 15, 2020 · 07:30 pm