A Conversation on Diplomacy, Public Policy & Economy | Asad Umar | Talha Ahad Podcast

"What can Pakistan do?" A question many have been asking, and one man tried to answer. In this week's episode, we sat down with Asad Umer, Pakistan's former finance minister, to discuss whether there's hope for Pakistan. We talk about the opportunities to improve diplomatic relations, solve public policy-related issues, and steps to stabilise the economy. Additionally, we discuss the problems with our institutions and the future of democracy.

00:00:00 - Preview
00:02:54 - Introduction
00:03:51 - An Unending Arc of Crisis
00:06:15 - Who Is to Blame for Pakistan’s Crisis Situation?
00:07:56 - Pakistan's Politics and History: Ignorance and Denial
00:09:35 - Need for an Appropriate Political System
00:13:49 - Democracy in Pakistan: Of the Elite, for the Elite, by the Elite
00:16:28 - Different Political Trajectories: India and Pakistan
00:17:34 - Pakistan Political Drama Since 1947
00:22:46 - Polarized Politics Are Tearing Pakistan Apart
00:26:44 - Revenge Politics Is the New Normal in Pakistan
00:29:19 - Where Will Pakistan's Nelson Mandela Emerge?
00:31:37 - What Steps Does the Establishment Need to Take Now in Pakistan?
00:34:34 - What Reforms Does Pakistan Need to Undertake?
00:38:12 - Parliament Sets New Record by Passing 54 Bills in Four Days
00:41:08 - Pakistan's Plummeting Geostrategic Position
00:47:26 - Who Controls Foreign Policy in Pakistan?
00:50:46 - Does Pakistan Side with Saudi Arabia in Its Conflict With Iran?
00:52:23 - Pakistan and the IMF Trap
01:01:55 - SIFC’s Proactive Role
01:03:56 - Why Are Multinational Companies Fleeing Pakistan?
01:06:17 - The Neglected Sector
01:07:59 - Asad Umer's Future Plans
01:09:56 - Ending

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