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Governing the Ungovernable By Ishrat Husain
0₨ 1,600Governing the Ungovernable by Ishrat Husain offers a deep and insightful analysis of PakistanÂ’s governance challenges over the past few decades. Written by a distinguished economist and policymaker, this book examines the structural, political, and economic factors that have contributed to inefficiency and instability in the countryÂ’s institutions.
Husain provides a well-researched narrative, outlining key policy failures, administrative hurdles, and systemic corruption while offering pragmatic solutions for reform. With a balanced perspective and data-driven insights, this book is essential reading for policymakers, academics, and anyone interested in understanding PakistanÂ’s governance landscape.
Engaging and thought-provoking, Governing the Ungovernable is a must-read for those looking to explore the complexities of governance in emerging economies.
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Issues in Pakistan’s Economy Third Edition
0₨ 2,145Issues in Pakistan’s Economy: A Political Economy Perspective by S. Akbar Zaidi provides an in-depth analysis of Pakistan’s economic and social transformation over six decades. Utilizing a political economy framework, the author examines structural changes in the economy, society, class and gender relations, consumerism, and culture. The book highlights key developments and events, exploring both unintended consequences and predictable outcomes that have shaped the nation’s trajectory. It delves into phenomena such as urbanization, the rise of the middle class, the expansion of the informal sector, and the challenges posed by the breakdown of state authority and institutions. This comprehensive study is essential for scholars and readers interested in understanding the complexities of Pakistan’s economic history and the interplay between social and economic processes in driving structural transformation.
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PAKISTAN: The Economy of an Elitist State
0₨ 1,105“PAKISTAN: The Economy of an Elitist State” critically examines the structure of PakistanÂ’s economy, highlighting how economic policies have historically favored a privileged elite at the expense of broader development. The author explores key sectors, including agriculture, industry, and finance, to reveal systemic inequalities that have shaped the countryÂ’s economic trajectory.
This insightful book provides a detailed analysis of governance, policy-making, and economic distribution, offering a compelling argument on why reforms are necessary for sustainable growth. Essential reading for economists, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding PakistanÂ’s economic challenges and prospects.
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Why Nations Fail The Origins Of Power Prosperity And Poverty
0₨ 1,200Why Nations Fail: The Origins of Power, Prosperity, and Poverty by Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson examines the underlying causes of economic disparities among nations. The authors argue that the prosperity of a nation is primarily determined by its political and economic institutions. They differentiate between inclusive institutions, which promote innovation and shared wealth, and extractive institutions, which concentrate power and wealth among elites, leading to stagnation. Through diverse historical and contemporary case studies, including examples from the Roman Empire, medieval Venice, and modern-day Korea, the book illustrates how institutional frameworks shape the economic trajectories of societies. This insightful analysis challenges conventional explanations that attribute national success or failure to culture, geography, or ignorance, offering a compelling perspective on the pivotal role of institutions in shaping the fate of nations.