Stories by Adil Najam

Dr. Adil Najam is a professor of Earth and Environment and the Dean of the Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University. He is a former Vice Chancellor of LUMS.

He tweets at @AdilNajam

PAKISTAN’S MOMENT OF YOUTH

With the majority of Pakistan’s population below the age of 30, the young will invariably influence the country’s future trajectory.

Published 05 May, 2024 06:53am

I spoke to 99 big thinkers about what our ‘world after coronavirus’ might look like — this is what I learned

In the months that followed, I learned many things. Most importantly, I learned there is no “going back to normal.”

Published 14 Jan, 2021 07:52pm

THE ANGST OF AMERICA

It has become commonplace to describe America as divided. But the recent US elections have made clear the inadequacy of that word.

Updated 15 Nov, 2020 01:02pm

SO, YOU WANT TO CREATE 10 MILLION JOBS?

Pakistan’s political and economic futures will depend, in large part, on whether we can provide decent jobs.

Updated 19 Mar, 2019 04:32pm

Society: How are we doing?

The UNDP’s human development index for Pakistan shows a country that is, predictably, unequal and divided.

Updated 08 Nov, 2018 10:01am

Eos exclusive: What does it mean to be young in Pakistan?

A comprehensive UNDP report, 3 years in the making, presents the issues and aspirations of Pakistani youth.

Updated 30 Apr, 2018 08:27pm

Should we worry about the Megabats in Sindh?

It doesn't happen often, but they can transmit lethal viruses. Handling these bats, therefore, is not a wise act at all.

Updated 16 Sep, 2015 06:46pm