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کیا ھوا تیرا وعدە ؟

Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, during recent general elections and even before that, you and your party claimed many times that if PMLN was voted to power, the first thing it will do was that it will bring back the looted wealth and money of Pakistan, kept in Switzerland and other countries by the corrupt Pakistanis.

Now, the nation has a right to ask you that why no mention was made by you of this promise, in either in your first speech at the National Assembly, or in the recent televised address to the nation?

Mian Nawaz Sharif Sahab, we hope you will not give the same reply to us, which Mr. Asif Ali Zardari gave to you on the judges restoration agreement, that these promises are not Quran or Hadees.

Kindness is the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate.

“The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.”

Oscar Wilde (1854-1900);
novelist, playwright

“Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.”

— Robert Louis Stevenson

Strength is the ability to withstand.

“A diamond is just a piece of charcoal that handled stress exceptionally well.”

Unknown –

Impress Your Foreign Boss

If you think that it’s hard to impress your boss, try doing it in an unfamiliar culture – where the natural methods that work at home may fail you. In these circumstances you need to be more deliberate. Start by doing great work, showing loyalty to the organization, and helping your boss accomplish his or her professional goals. Of course, how you do those things will vary across cultures: In one culture, “doing great work” may mean listening carefully to what your boss tells you to do and then precisely performing a task. In another, it might mean taking initiative and volunteering for assignments. Work hard to learn the local context. And get to know your boss’s individual preferences. Don’t assume that because she’s British, for example, that she has the same expectations as the Brits you’ve worked with before. Consult with colleagues and find a cultural mentor.

Adapted by HBR from “Impress Your Foreign Boss,” by Andy Molinsky

A letter published on the topic “MFN Status to India” by the daily DAWN and my subsequent comments…!

My Comments:

The writer of this letter has nothing written wrong here.

However, just for his information, India has made this MFN and trade issue a one way traffic; wherein, only Indian goods can come to Pakistan and our exports to India is severely hampered by the Non Tariff Barriers, erected by India.

Plus, why should MFN status to India, not be a part of the composite dialogue?

Actually, Indian strategy is to deal all their weak points out of the composite dialogue.

Letter:

APROPOS Anwer Jalal’s letter (Aug 18). The contents of the letter reflect a very naive approach to a complex and pertinent issue. The writer presents a doomsday scenario without any knowledge of the dynamics of the trade regime.

— He is under the false impression that businessmen and industrialists are going to just look at the Indian market and end the tremendous gains they have made in making their presence felt in the US, Europe, etc. The Indian market is in addition to other global markets. No prudent businessman will put all his eggs in one basket.

— It is a pragmatic business policy to trade within the region as there are substantial savings in freight, delivery time and in costs. Moreover, the dwindling Pakistn rupee makes Pakistani products attractive for the Indian consumer. This advantage should be encashed as much as possible.

— Pakistan’s exports barely touch the $25 billion mark. Pakistan needs more employment opportunities, enhanced foreign exchange reserves, and sustainable and strong industrial base. Therefore, developing a strong foothold in the regional markets makes better business sense.

— It is true that trade and investment between the two neighbours would always be hostage to border tensions, the Kashmir imbroglio and other contentious issues like water, Siachen, Sir Creek and accusations of terrorism. But these should not derail the process of liberalisation of trade and investment.

The fact is that any trade and investment initiative is the source of survival, is critical for the country, and is an answer to economic prosperity.

MAJYD AZIZ
Karachi

Fruit poisoning..!

Calcium carbide in fruits

An eye opener for the sleeping health authorities.

A serious health issue raised in a letter published by the DAWN.

THIS is to draw the attention of the people to the practice of ripening fruits through application of calcium carbide — a white powdery substance found on most fruits, especially mangos and plums.

Calcium carbide reacts with water in fruits to produce acetylene which, in turn, ripens the fruit. Calcium carbide contains traces of arsenic and phosphorous, both of which are extremely toxic for human health. No health benefits can be expected from such chemically-treated fruits. Indeed chronic poisoning and cancer can affect those consuming such fruit.

The departments concerned are requested to get out of their slumber and check this hazardous practice.

CH KHALID SINDHU
Lahore

“You are where you are because of your choices. There is nothing to gain by regretting things. Review your past decisions for lessons and make a new decision to change. Take Action Today.”

— Craig Ballantyne