Elections for Punjab are literally around the corner. This will no doubt help settle uncertainty, but critical questions remain. First, we need to keep in mind, elections are never an end to an issue. It is only means to an end. Second, Pakistan at this juncture is facing an all-time high inflation. This was recorded at 30%.  It is also facing critically low foreign reserves bringing imports to a grinding halt and production of goods is low, consumer buying power is poor and life has never been this difficult for the common man. India’s Prabhat Koli becomes youngest to complete Oceans Seven challenge Punjab CM Advisor Kanwar Dilshad gets Parliamentary Affairs portfolio For more such Opinions click here. Third, the single most critical point in the coming elections, both provincial and national must revolve around the financial budget and it’s provisions. People are interested to know what are the budgetary policies of the political parties. How they can improve the lives of the common man. How the cost of goods can come down. How can they be provided with a livelihood? Fourth, can elections bring back the investors confidence in the economy and the system? What steps can each party … Continue reading Can elections address Pakistan’s woes?