AS the new government settles down, it is confronted with a broad spectrum of challenges that demand immediate attention and strategic action. Internally, political instability, economic fragility, and growing security threats have taken a heavy toll. Externally, the fracturing world order, intensifying US-China rivalry, an aggressive neighbour to the east, and a volatile situation to the west have imperilled national security.
Given several pressing issues, the ability of the new government to tackle all simultaneously is constrained by the complexity of the challenge. The government would need to prioritise at least the following 10 urgent challenges to steer the country out of the crisis zone and put it on a path to stability. These priorities serve as a strategic roadmap identified by experts participating in discussions convened by the Sanober Institute.