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Pakistan Day 2026

Today, March 23, 2026, the Lahore School of Economics joined the nation in celebrating Pakistan Day, commemorating the historic Lahore Resolution of 1940. This landmark resolution, passed in Lahore, laid the foundation for the creation of Pakistan as a separate homeland for the Muslims of the Subcontinent under the visionary leadership of Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.


The Main Campus was filled with patriotic fervor as the school hosted a simple yet dignified flag-hoisting ceremony at the Shumaila Garden. Dr. Azam Chaudhry hoisted the national flag amid the garden’s lush greenery, symbolizing the enduring spirit of unity, faith, and discipline that defines our nation.
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posted by S A J Shirazi @ 3/23/2026 10:59:00 AM,

Eighth International Applied Development Economics Conference (17-19 August 2026)

Call for Papers

Deadline: 3 May 2026
 

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posted by S A J Shirazi @ 3/18/2026 09:20:00 AM,

Access to Foreign Markets: Insights from the Pak-China FTA

Trade agreements are often expected to boost industrial growth and export competitiveness. Pakistan’s Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with China aimed to expand market access and strengthen the productivity of domestic firms. 

However, firm-level evidence from Pakistan’s textile manufacturing sector suggests that the short-term outcomes were more modest.

What the Data Shows

Using data from the Census of Manufacturing Industries (CMI) for Punjab (2000, 2005, and 2010), the study analyzes how textile firms responded before and after the FTA.

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posted by S A J Shirazi @ 3/11/2026 03:12:00 PM,

Strategic Management


On 5 March 2026, the Lahore School of Economics' Corporate Relations Office hosted Ms. Sobia Haqqi, Director of Human Resources at Sigma Distributors, as part of the Distinguished Professional Lecture Series. She delivered a lecture to BBA IV students enrolled in the Strategic Management course, focusing on the principles of good governance and the impact of organizational culture on employee productivity.

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posted by S A J Shirazi @ 3/06/2026 02:24:00 PM,

The Principles of Good Governance in Pakistani Companies


On 4 March 2026, the Lahore School of Economics hosted Ms. Haleema Tariq, Group Strategy Manager at Mayfair Foods, for an engaging and insightful session with the undergraduate class. The session, titled “The Principles of Good Governance in Pakistani Companies,” provided students with a comprehensive understanding of corporate governance frameworks and their practical application in Pakistan’s corporate sector.



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posted by S A J Shirazi @ 3/05/2026 12:08:00 PM,

Admissions in the MS/M.PHIL Economics Program 2026

Details here

Make an impact with a rigorous and fully funded Masters from Pakistan’s top Economics Department at Lahore School of Economics.

Choice between MS & MPhil with 4 specializations:

Generous Financial Support:

Admissions requirements:


Deadline: 31st May
.

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posted by S A J Shirazi @ 3/03/2026 03:16:00 PM,

Business Policy


On 2 March 2026, the Lahore School of Economics (Corporate Relations Office) hosted Mr. Faisal Rana, Chief Strategy Officer at Asian Food Industries Limited (Mayfair brand), as part of the Distinguished Professional Lecture Series. The lecture, delivered to MBA II students, centered on AI-driven strategy and value creation in today's fast-changing business landscape. Mr. Rana provided valuable insights into crafting robust strategies amid volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), equipping students with practical, real-world perspectives on the strategic challenges confronting organizations in dynamic environments. This session offered an enriching blend of advanced theory and industry experience, bridging academic learning with contemporary corporate practice.
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posted by S A J Shirazi @ 3/03/2026 03:15:00 PM,

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