After a wide-ranging discussion with various stakeholders, including civil society, business leaders, academics, policymakers and economists, PRIME said that the new government should focus on the following key areas in its first 100 days in power. Economic recovery and growthDouble-digit export growth and facilitating overseas remittances is required to save the country from default as Pakistan’s external sector is currently facing a crisis situation, said PRIME. Special attention should also be given to sectors that can create employment and improve the economic the wellbeing of more deprived people. Water scarcity issuesWith enough water storage capacity for only 30 days, there is a need for the new government to expedite construction of new water storage dams, which would also help us with our energy shortages. Enhancing competitivenessThere is a need to improve skill level of our workers and educational standards.

Source: The Express Tribune August 01, 2018 03:22 UTC