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Seven Years On, Tribal Hopes Still Unmet

Dr Ikramullah Khan Bajaur: When the government announced the merger of the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in 2018, the people across the tribal belt celebrated with hope. It felt like the dawn…

Breaking KP’s Poverty Cycle

Habibul Hassan Peshawar: The pervasive poverty across Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and the recently merged ex-FATA districts is a glaring indictment of years of poor governance and neglect. These areas have long been marred by deprivation,…

Tapping FATA’s Hidden Wealth

Dr Ikramullah Bajaur: The rural landscape of Pakistan, characterized by rolling hills, wide plains, perennial streams, and rugged mountains, houses a rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and traditions. With nearly 62 percent of the…