On June 15, the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) will launch Pakistan’s ‘State of Freedom Report – Pakistan 2026.’ This event, organised in collaboration with Mishal Pakistan and the World Economic Forum’s New Economy and Societies Platforms, introduces the country’s first extensive evaluation of various freedoms.
Mishal Pakistan developed the report, examining public perception surveys, institutional analysis, and national indicators to provide an examination of political, civil, economic, digital, legal, and social freedoms. It aims to provide an evidence-based perspective on how freedoms are experienced by Pakistanis in their day-to-day lives, highlighting critical areas such as constitutional rights, access to justice, and media and information.
The primary goal of this report is to establish a local, evidence-based foundation for ongoing discussions on governance, citizen empowerment, institutional effectiveness, and democratic resilience. It also seeks to track progress in rights and inclusion over time.
The launch event is set to be a confluence of influential figures, including senior government officials, parliamentarians, diplomats, academics, media leaders, civil society representatives, and policy experts.
