Bilal Aftab

Staff Economist

About Me 

Bilal Aftab is a Staff Economist at the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), affiliated with the Centre of Energy, Logistics, and Infrastructure (CELI). He is currently pursuing his PhD in Economics at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST). His work bridges data-driven research and practical policy solutions, driven by the pursuit of sustainable development. His expertise spans green economy, infrastructure, and energy markets, with secondary interests in game theory, food economics, and blue economy. He has contributed to impactful policy projects with international development agencies and government planning bodies, employing advanced analytical tools including Stata and GIS.

Primary Research Area:
Green & Blue Economy, Infrastructure, and Regional Connectivity

Secondary Research Area:
Energy Markets, Game Theory, and Food Economics

Regional Interest:
OPEC and Nordic Countries

Education:
Master in Economics from NUST

Contact Me 

051-9248039

Pakistan Institute of Development Economics

Social Links 

Contribution to PIDE Research

QR Code https://www.hilal.gov.pk/view-article.php?i=11626
QR Code https://www.thefridaytimes.com/04-Jun-2026/pakistan-s-lng-lifeline-fragility-hormuz
QR Code https://file.pide.org.pk/pdfpideresearch/kb-149-from-net-metering-to-net-billing-tariff-design-and-distribution-sector-stress-in-pakistan.pdf
QR Code https://file.pide.org.pk/pdfpideresearch/discourse-2026-01-19-pakistans-balance-of-payments-constrained-growth-towards-export-led-production.pdf
QR Code https://file.pide.org.pk/pdfpideresearch/kb-144-road-safety-in-pakistan-a-critical-analysis-of-the-national-road-safety-strategy.pdf
QR Code https://www.brecorder.com/news/40414402/ecc-issues-directives-to-ministries-divisions-rs100bn-psdp-cut-to-boost-pms-fund
QR Code https://www.thefridaytimes.com/23-Feb-2026/worsening-smog-pakistan-demands-sustainable-policies-effective-emission-control
QR Code https://www.brecorder.com/news/40382167/the-natural-gas-paradox