Furqan Ali is a Peshawar-based researcher and writer on governance, climate, gender, finance and literature; he is also the co-founder of Policy Club. Furqan can be reached at [email protected]
Dec 19, 2025
There are multiple obstacles to transforming public libraries in Pakistan into spaces that can foster a sustainable literary ecosystem. The tragedy unfolds on many levels, ranging from the economic to socio-behavioural aspects. Reinvigorating this crucial public institution requires thoughtful reimagining that puts libraries at the centre of a community.
Oct 31, 2025
In a country plagued with literacy problems and lack of institutional support, can book reviewers be the catalysts in nudging a dormant culture of critical reading back into motion?
Aug 28, 2025
With the first meeting of the 11th National Finance Commission scheduled for 29th August, 2025, and three previous Awards being inconclusive, Furqan Ali wonders if the upcoming 11th Award will break the curse.