2025 Summit - Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on "How Pakistan Wins"

Former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi discusses Pakistan’s leadership challenges, the need for a national dialogue, and the generational shift in political engagement. He reflects on governance challenges, youth and women's roles in decision-making, and the urgency of systemic reforms.

Watch this insightful conversation from Summit 2025 to understand the critical steps needed for Pakistan’s future.

0:00:00 – Introduction to Shahid Khaqan Abbasi
0:02:37 – Shahid Khaqan Abbasi - Reflection on time as Prime Minister
0:10:59 – What should form the basis of a relationship with the establishment
0:12:44 – Influences on democracy and governance of Pakistan
0:19:08 – How Pakistan can find a better path in 2025
0:21:42 – Will the youth continue to be excited about Pakistan?
0:26:56 – Why have political parties not performed in their stronghold constituencies?
0:32:32 – Do politicians need more autonomy to be able to deliver?
0:34:51 – The capacity and state of the bureaucracy – Is it holding Pakistan back?
0:42:49 – How can ministers develop competence when in government?
0:48:50 – What needs to happen for Pakistan to win in 2025
0:50:14 – On sacrificing power for the sake of Pakistan
0:53:24 – The need for reforms
0:58:04 – Devolving power to smaller administrative units
1:00:44 – On achieving political consensus and true inclusivity
1:03:49 – Is it possible to have reform where everybody wins?
1:06:22 – Is the engagement with the youth and women of Pakistan lacking?
1:09:19 – Is Pakistan’s current economic stability viable and sustainable?
1:14:38 – Is green transition a real thing for Pakistan?
1:18:14 – The winning strategy for Pakistan