Evidence-based documentation of reforms
The report, compiled by Mishal Pakistan in collaboration with the World Economic Forum, provides the first systematic, evidence-based documentation of reforms in Pakistan. It moves beyond announcements to capture actual implementation in institutions and governance systems.
Sector-wise reform progress
Power and energy led reforms with 118 measures, showing the sector’s role in economic stability. Law, justice, and legal affairs recorded 96 reforms, focusing on transparency, rule of law, and digital justice. Digital governance and IT contributed 74 reforms, emphasizing online services and efficiency. Other sectors included economic management and finance with 68 reforms, foreign affairs 42, and interior and security 39. Health, climate, education, transport, privatization, and media also saw major initiatives.
Key findings and achievements
The report highlights the institutionalization of governance with continuity and rule-based systems, expansion of digital portals, and improved transparency. Economic reforms target ease of doing business, investment facilitation, and stabilization of energy and trade sectors.
Identified strategic risks
Analysts caution that execution fatigue, coordination gaps, uneven institutional capacity, and climate or security shocks could pose risks. The next phase focuses on consolidation, scaling, and delivering direct citizen-level impact.
People-centric reforms
The reforms include 160–190 public-facing measures such as digital portals, grievance systems, and apps to improve access and transparency. The report aims to sustain reform momentum, guide investment decisions, and strengthen policy alignment.
Shift to structured institutional transformation
Pakistan is moving from ad-hoc reforms to structured institutional transformation.
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Digital systems now serve as the backbone of governance. The strategic focus will be on scaling reforms and deepening citizen impact. The report demonstrates that well-documented evidence can build investor confidence and support better policymaking.
