State of Play | Inside BYD Pakistan’s Strategy with Danish Khaliq
Is the electric vehicle revolution here? Danish Khaliq, Vice President of Sales & Strategy, BYD Pakistan, discusses the company's entry into the Pakistani market, the future of new energy vehicles, and more.
The Perween Rahman Urban Forest
The team behind Perween Rehman Urban Forest discusses the urgent need to reconnect urban communities with nature. They reflect on Karachi’s rising temperatures, the loss of indigenous trees, and how community-led initiatives like theirs offer a powerful and practical response to climate change.
Mohsyn: An emergency support system for your family
“For every Pakistani who is overseas, I want to be the brother who stays behind.” Fahd Khan, founder of Mohsyn, speaks about his tech-enabled, full-spectrum concierge service and crisis response team that aims to help overseas Pakistanis take care of their families back home.
Future Leaders Hub: Building the Next Generation of Pakistani Business Leaders
Hamid Ismail, an Oxford alumnus, is a third-generation Pakistani business leader, who seeks to address the competence gap in Pakistan. He speaks about his latest venture, Future Leaders Hub, a bold step towards building a premier platform for executive education in Pakistan.
CeDAR: LUMS Launches Pakistan's First Web3 Research Hub
Marking a new chapter in LUMS’ history of embracing innovation, the university has launched the Center for Digital Assets Research (CeDAR). The launch was attended by LUMS leadership and fintech experts in Pakistan.
Inside Pakistan’s First Retail Banking Conference
Held in April 2025, Pakistan’s inaugural Retail Banking Conference brought together industry leaders to explore the sector’s defining challenges — from digital disruption to inclusion gaps. In this piece, panelists share what it means to truly create progress in retail banking.
A New Era of Pakistan-Bangladesh Relations
Ikram Sehgal, Chairman of the Pathfinder Group, reflects on the history of Pakistan–Bangladesh relations and how recent political shifts offer a chance to revive the Quaid’s vision of “two countries, one nation”—founded on mutual respect rather than animosity toward India.
VCast Studio - Episode 3 | Khalid Mehmood Shaikh
In this VCast Studio interview, Khalid Mehmood Shaikh shares insights on Sindh People’s Housing for Flood Affectees, an initiative which aims to rebuild 2.1M homes in the aftermath of the 2022 floods and set a global model for recovery.
VCast Studio - Episode 2 | Atiya Zaidi
“There is no shortage of brains in this business. It’s the lack of backbone that hampers good work from happening.” Atiya Zaidi, CEO and Creative Director of BBDO Pakistan, reflects on rebuilding identity, unlocking creative potential, and the leadership needed to shape lasting progress.
VCast Studio - Episode 1 | Ahmed Jamal Mir
“My biggest regret was being my own boss at an early stage because somebody had to tell me where I was wrong,” says Ahmed Jamal Mir, Managing Director and CEO of Prestige Communications (Pvt.) Ltd., reflecting on mentorship, leadership gaps, and Pakistan’s creative and advertising future.
Pakistan Mobile Summit: On the Path to Progress
Held in January 2024 in Islamabad, the first-ever Pakistan Mobile Summit brought together key players from across the digital and telecom landscape. In this video, attendees discuss 5G readiness, digital inclusion, and the urgent need for policies and infrastructure that can keep pace with rapid tech advancements.
Faces of Karachi - Hussain Dawood
“The Adamjees, the Saigols, the Dawoods, and others, we were competitors but united in building the economy,” says Hussain Dawood, Chairman of Engro Corp. In this interview, he reflects on Pakistan’s early business landscape, education, and Karachi’s role in driving the economy.
Endeavor Launches in Pakistan
In 2023, Pakistan became the 40th chapter of the global Endeavor network. In this interview, the Endeavor Pakistan team shares what this means for the country's entrepreneurial future and how the Multiplier Effect can drive lasting impact.
Faces of Karachi - Byram D. Avari
Parsi leader and Avari Hotels former Chairman Byram D. Avari, Karachi’s beloved “Baba,” reflects on identity, legacy, and civic pride in an interview conducted before his passing in 2023.
36 Hours in Murree | Beyond The Call of Duty
In January 2022, thousands of tourists in Murree were trapped in a snowstorm - caught unprepared and off-guard, many at risk of losing their lives. This tragedy was prevented through the kindness and cooperation of a group of people who rose to the moment. This is their story.
Zafar Masud on the Goodness of People
“Those people did not know who they were saving… they only did it in the goodness of their hearts,” says Zafar Masud, CEO of Bank of Punjab, a survivor of the PK-8303 crash in May 2020. He reflects on being rescued by strangers—and how that moment changed his view of people forever.
TDF Magnifiscience Centre: Changing our relationship with learning
In this interview, the leadership of The Dawood Foundation shares the story of Pakistan’s first interactive science museum, the TDF MagnifiScience Centre—its scale, local roots, and commitment to accessible science.
Bykea: A Successful Pakistani Startup
Bykea, Pakistan’s largest motorcycle ride-hailing platform, is reshaping urban mobility and economic opportunity. In this piece, key team members discuss their innovative matchmaking model, the importance of local language accessibility in their app, and the company’s culture of growth amid challenges.
The 'Baloch Bolt'
Pakistani sprinter Mueed Baloch, known as the “Baloch Bolt,” began his journey in a small-town race and went on to win medals on the international stage. Yet even with his success, he highlights the lack of support and recognition for athletes in Pakistan.
The Pakistani Hornet
“Wearing the Pakistani shirt in the final of the US Junior Open was a proud moment for me,” says Huzaifa Ibrahim, who began playing squash at five and now dreams of becoming a world champion. From his first win in Peshawar to titles in Qatar, his passion has only grown.