The Eastern Province veered towards democratic polity with the conclusion of the first-ever provincial council elections there in May, though marred by claims of foul play by some quarters. Moreover, the national economy veered towards higher growth in the second quarter compared to the previous quarter as well as the corresponding quarter last year. Foregoing are silver linings amidst relentless individual and collective violence and usual political haranguing at the national level.

QER - Second Quarter 2008

Last update : 08-01-2009 10:26

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