Why the future of national power will be built by innovators, not institutions alone For decades, national strength was measured in conventional currency: economic output, industrial capacity, military capability, diplomatic reach, and natural resources. These pillars remain indispensable. But the strategic landscape of the twenty-first century has shifted beneath them. Innovation has become a decisive…
If Caracas is Washington’s backyard where it could get away with anything, Tehran too believes that the Straits of Hormuz is under its tutelage. Those are the evolving signatures of realpolitik as new alignments are being erected in pursuit of a new world order. The abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a seamless military…
Chairman Pathfinder Group Zarrar Sehgal and Co-Chairman Ikram Sehgal hosted the launch of “National Security Strategy”, the 16th volume in Ikram Sehgal’s “A Personal Chronicle of Pakistan” series, at the Serena Hotel, Islamabad, on Friday, July 17, 2026. The event brought together senior civil and military leaders, policymakers, diplomats, academics, and members of the strategic…
What a 25th Birthday at a POW Camp Taught Me about Thinking Bigger In 2024, I was a 23-year-old at the WEF’s Annual Meeting of New Champions (Summer Davos) in Dalian, representing Global Shapers Pakistan and my country’s youth. An emerging entrepreneur seeking inspiration and answers. I didn’t have a massive running business at Summer…
It is no secret that Pakistan’s economy is largely informal, unaudited and dictated by lenders. This enigma has been there for decades, compelling the resource-rich, four-seasonal landscape and resilient nation to hang out with a begging bowl, and that too at the mercy of Shakespearian callous donors. They desire a pound of flesh without spilling…
Beyond Geography-Building Legacy Through Resilience, Enterprise, and Hope The Global Shapers Community Pakistan, in collaboration with CITADEL Pakistan and the Pathfinder Group, hosted a landmark “Meet the Leader” session titled Beyond Geography – Building Legacy through Resilience, Enterprise, and Hope at AmaaniBaagh, Angoori, Islamabad, on 10th May, 2026. The event brought together over 100 students…
How Women in Tech is Shaping the Future of Pakistan’s Digital Economy Pakistan stands at a defining moment in its technological and economic evolution. Digital transformation is no longer a future aspiration; it is an ongoing reality reshaping industry, governments, communities, and the way people live and work. From fintech and artificial intelligence to e-commerce,…
A Write-Up by Muhammad Hassan Dajana I will write a few raw thoughts after meeting with Mr. Ikram Sehgal who leads the Pathfinder Group and CITADEL and who has for decades hosted the Pakistani Breakfast at Davos, Switzerland. Our delegation comprising of Global Shapers from across Pakistan, students from Lawrence College and other University students…
Beyond the Battlefield: Reimagining Pakistan’s Security Discussions on national security in Pakistan have been dominated by one central concern for decades: military threats. The possibility of conflict with neighboring countries, the challenge of terrorism, and regional geopolitical rivalries have traditionally shaped Pakistan’s strategic thinking. While military strength remains essential for safeguarding sovereignty, Pakistan’s most serious…
Pakistan’s National Tech Fellowship and the race to build a digital workforce in Web3, AI, Analytics & Zero-Trust A Pathfinder CITADEL nation-building initiative· Career JumpStart Institute Pakistan stands at a demographic crossroads. Sixty-four percent of its people are under thirty, and the United Nations Development Program estimates the country must generate 2.5 million new jobs…
