Evaluating the Sustainability of Public Debt in the Presence of Current and Fiscal Accounts Deficit in Developing Countries
We estimate the public debt sustainability for 53 developing countries divided into different regions using data from 1996 to 2017. Sustainability of public debt calculation is based on theoretically derived models with necessary and sufficient conditions. Current study empirically validates the importance of least evident saving-investment gap along with other variables in public debt sustainability issue. Findings show that current account, fiscal account and saving-investment gap imbalances cause unsustainable public debt for all different regions which is a matter of great concern for each region. Policy makers of the developing countries must bring policies to promote investment activities backed by saving not by debt.
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Debt Sustainability, Current Account, Fiscal Account, Saving Investment Gap, Developing Countries.
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(1) Ayaz Khan
PhD scholar, Department of Economics, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
(2) Zahoor Ul Haq
Professor, Department of Economics, Pakhtunkhwa Economic Policy Research Institute, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
(3) Javed Iqbal
Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, Pakhtunkhwa Economic Policy Research Institute, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
Corporate Sustainability Practices and Organizational Economic Performance
Since last decade corporate sustainability has been of great interest to practitioners and researchers, both. Successful implementation of sustainability practices is vital for organizational survival and competitive advantage. Based on institutional theory, this study aims at to enhance understanding regarding the relationship of sustainability practices and corporate performance directly and indirectly through non-financial performance. Data from managerial level employees of manufacturing and services providing organizations of Pakistan was collected through a survey questionnaire. Based on 346 participants’ responses we found that sustainability practices (exploration and exploitation) have significant relationship with financial and market performance. The multi-mediation analysis shows that all mediators partially mediate the relationship between sustainability practices and corporate performance. In the context of Pakistan, this study is the first of its kind to validate sustainability practices scale.
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Sustainability Practices, Financial and Market Performance, Non-financial Performance, Multiple Mediation
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(1) Sajid Rahman Khattak
Assistant Professor, Institute of Business & Management Sciences, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
(2) Imran Saeed
Lecturer, Institute of Business & Management Sciences, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
(3) Bilal Tariq
Assistant Professor, Department of Management Sciences, COMSAT, Vehari Campus, Vehari, Punjab, Pakistan.
Assessment of Agricultural Performance of Districts of Punjab Based On Composite Agricultural Indicators Using Grey Relational Analysis
The province of Punjab is considered the breadbasket of Pakistan. This study is aimed to evaluate and hierarchicalize the districts of Punjab based on agricultural indicators. It follows a ranking approach that uses secondary cross-sectional data obtained from Punjab Development Statistics 2016. This study has employed Grey System Theory and used GRA. It is a seminal study that uses a unique methodology that has integrated thirteen different indicators of agricultural development in one mathematical model and assigned a distinct composite grade to every district. Findings revealed that district Bahawalpur and Bahawalnagar have the highest Grey Relational Grade (GRG), hence depict the best agricultural performance in Punjab, whereas district Mianwali has the lowest GRG and accordingly least performance. This research provides insight to the policymakers, which will help them to take corrective measures and/or adjust the agricultural development policies
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Agricultural Indicators, Districts, GRA, Punjab, Sustainability
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(1) Tehmina Fiaz Qazi
Assistant Professor, Hailey College of Banking and Finance, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Abdul Aziz Khan Niazi
Assistant Professor, Institute of Business and Management, University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Abdul Basit
Academic Head (Business Administration), Lahore Institute of Science & Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
A Study to Investigate the Sustainability Consciousness of Prospective Teachers
The current study investigates the student-teachers' sustainability consciousness in the Pakistan context. For this purpose, public sector universities in Rawalpindi and Islamabad region offering four years undergraduate teacher-education programs were selected. The population of the current study were all the 1259 student-teachers studying in these public sector universities. A total population sampling technique was utilized due to the limited number of student-teachers in these universities. Data were collected from 753 student-teachers on the sustainability consciousness questionnaire developed by Gericke et al. (2019). An independent sample t-test and one-way ANOVA were utilized to ascertain any difference in student-teachers' sustainability consciousness based on their gender and semester of study. The results suggest that there was a significant difference in student-teachers environmental and social consciousness. However, no difference was found in the economic consciousness among the student-teachers.
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Sustainability Consciousness, Student-teachers, Education for Sustainable Development
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(1) Ayesha Nousheen
Ph.D. Scholar, National University Of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan.
(2) Farkhanda Tabassum
Assistant Professor, National University Of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan.
An Evaluation of the Integration of Sustainability Knowledge Into Architectural Education: A Case Study of Lahore City, Pakistan
Current and emerging trends in architectural education in Pakistan are changing locally and internationally, equally by environmental and socio- cultural factors. Especially with the current global trend towards more sustainability, Architectural education works to prepare its students for the current and future architectural practice. It has become critical aspect of Architectural education to raise awareness among future architects about the environmental impact of Architecture. In this context, promoting the term of “sustainable architectural education” has become a current trend globally. Consequently, the schools of architecture have integrated sustainability principles in their curricula, world wide. This shift raises key questions regarding the structural models and integration approaches used to incorporate sustainability education into architectural programs. The objectives of this paper is to examine the structural models adopted by selected schools of architecture in the city of Lahore and to assess the extent to which sustainability knowledge is emphasized within their curricula.
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Integration, Sustainability, Architectural Education, Curriculum, Environmental Control System, , Design Studio Objectives, Socio-economic & Cultural Environment, Policy Formulation by PCATP, Envi
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(1) Muhammad Tahir Khan Khalidi
PhD Scholar, (UMT University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Memoona Rashid
Assistant professor, School of Architecture, University of Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Exploring the Urban Structures: Identification and Comparison of Urban Forms in Present-Day Lahore City
The paper explores Lahore's rapid urbanization and its effects on social cohesion and sustainability. Nearly 38% of Pakistan's population lives in cities, urban expansion has led to overcrowding, inadequate infrastructure, and declining living conditions. This study categorizes Lahore's urban forms based on physical traits like street layout and building density, analyzing their influence on residents' lifestyles and sustainability. The research highlights how Lahore's development has created isolated neighborhoods, reduced social interactions, and weakened social capital. It emphasizes the need for planners to create inclusive, community-driven spaces. By classifying different urban typologies and assessing their spatial, social, and economic characteristics, the study examines their impact on community sustainability. It focuses on the connection between urban planning and social cohesion, offering insights for future urban policies. Ultimately, the research aims to promote a more integrated and sustainable urban environment in Lahore, ensuring better living conditions and stronger community ties.
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Lahore, Social Cohesion, Social Capital, Urban Forms, Urban Sustainability, Urban Typologies, Urbanization
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(1) Zulfiqar Ali Tariq
PhD Scholar, School of Architecture and Planning, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Hafiz Syed Hamid Arshad
Assistant Professor, School of Architecture and Planning, University of Management & Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
A Comparative Analysis of Sustainability Leadership Practices of Principals at Higher Secondary Schools
The aim of this research study was a comparison between sustainability leadership practices of principals at HSS level. The research objectives of this research study were a) to investigate sustainability leadership practices of principals at Higher Secondary school level b) to compare the sustainability leadership practices of principals at Public and Private sector c) To analyze the gender based sustainability leadership practices of principals. Population of this research study was all the principals, all teachers of their schools in Punjab Province. Data were collected from 200 teachers. A self -developed questionnaire was utilized for data collection. Data analysis was done through mean, standard deviation and t. test. Research findings indicate that sustainability leadership practices of principals significantly enhance effective teaching and pedagogical skills of teachers in organizations and generate pleasant and friendly environment for holistic development of learners and all other teaching learning activities.
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Sustainability, leadership, Practices, System Thinking, Emphatic Collaboration, Anticipatory, Strategic Action, Integrated Problem Solving
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(1) Bibi Kausar Perveen
PhD Scholar, Department of Educational Sciences, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(2) Jamila Begum
Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Sciences, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Linking Green Marketing Practices and Greenwashing to Eco-Friendly Buying Behavior: Evidence from Pakistan
This research study explores the relationship between green marketing strategies and Pakistani consumers' green buying intentions (GBI), with a focus on the moderating effect of greenwashing. Data was collected quantitatively from 60 participants, covering a variety of different attributes such as age, income level, occupation, and education. The results showed that green pricing strategies have less effect on GBI than green product, place, and promotional initiatives. Altogether the paper highlights that greenwashing has a negative moderating effect on the association between green marketing strategies and GBI, demonstrating that consumers' perception of false environmental promises may hinder marketing endeavors.
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Green Marketing Strategies, Green Buying Intention, Greenwashing, Consumer Behavior, Sustainability, Pakistan, Environmental Marketing, Demographic Factors, Authenticity, Consumer Trust
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(1) Rafia Amjad
PhD Candidate, Hailey College of Banking and Finance, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Zargham Ullah Khan
Assistant Professor, Hailey College of Banking and Finance, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Hafiza Amina Shahzadi
PhD Candidate, Hailey College of Banking and Finance, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.