Our Vision

Vision Statement

To be South Asia's premier center for development economics research and policy analysis — producing rigorous, evidence-based insights that drive sustainable economic growth and improve the quality of life for the people of Pakistan and the broader region.

Our Aspiration

We envision a Pakistan where economic policy is grounded in sound research, where data drives decisions, and where a new generation of economists is equipped to tackle the complex challenges of the 21st century.

"At PIDE, we are committed to asking the hard questions. Our research doesn't just sit on shelves; it challenges the status quo and provides a roadmap for sustainable economic growth in Pakistan."

— Dr. Nadeem Javaid (SI), Vice Chancellor, PIDE

Through Our Internship Program

Our internship program is a key pillar of this vision. By bringing young, talented researchers into the PIDE ecosystem, we:

• Build capacity — Train the next generation of development economists with world-class research skills
• Fresh perspectives — Bring new ideas and energy to ongoing research projects
• Bridge academia and policy — Connect academic research with real-world policy challenges
• Create a pipeline — Develop talent that feeds into PIDE's graduate programs and research positions

Our Guiding Principles