{
  "id": 19900656,
  "title": "Data-based research prerequisite to improve quality of decisions: Mehar",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/14/data-based-research-prerequisite-to-improve-quality-of-decisions-mehar",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-14T01:58:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40448880/data-based-research-prerequisite-to-improve-quality-of-decisions-mehar"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FCCI) business leaders met with Mehar Tiwana, Director of Learning Hub at Centre for Economic Research in Pakistan, to discuss the importance of data-driven research in decision making and policy improvement. Tiwana emphasized that unbiased data is crucial for the highest quality decisions, citing an example of Punjab chief minister's policies to integrate women into the economy by ensuring their mobility. CERP, the research organization she represents, has conducted studies on strategic indigenous issues and problems in cities like Karachi, Sialkot, and others. They have also organized special courses for government officials. When asked about potential studies, Tiwana mentioned that research could be performed to evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of making Faisalabad Pakistan's first Textile Circular City, which could positively impact the economy, environment, and sustainability. The possibility of securing funding for these studies was also discussed, with the option of global funding for long-term issues. FCCI President Arif Ehsan Malik welcomed the CERP delegation and highlighted the use of data, AI, and modern technology for industrial development. He suggested forming a joint-industrial database, launching AI-driven pilot projects, offering training programs for SMEs, and establishing a permanent platform for research and policy dialogue. Mian Javed Iqbal, Group Leader and former President FCCI, stressed the need for capacity building in both public and private sectors for national development. He also proposed declaring Faisalabad the first Textile Circular City, which would promote a green economy and help maintain its export volume. The circular city concept was initiated by Malik, for which CERP might nominate a focal person to ensure collaboration and progress. A question and answer session was held, attended by various attendees, followed by the presentation of an honorary shield to Mehar Tiwana by Mian Javed Iqbal and Arif Ehsan Malik.",
  "summary": "FAISALABAD: Data-based research is prerequisite to improve the quality of decisions and policy making to strengthen growth both for public and private sectors, said Mehar Tiwana, Director Learning Hub at Centre for Economic Research in Pakistan. Addressing the business community in Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FCCI), she introduced CERP and said that it has conducted research on…",
  "key_points": [
    "Data-driven research crucial for quality decisions",
    "Punjab's women integration policies studied by CERP",
    "Faisalabad Textile Circular City study proposed"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Prioritizing data-driven research and AI integration shifts industrial development from intuition toward evidence-based policymaking, offering Faisalabad a strategic pathway to transform into a sustainable textile circular city.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}