The Paradox of Quick Fix Solutions
Pakistan's obsession with short-term fixes deepens crises instead of solving them, from corruption to terrorism.
The question remains, why do simplistic solutions appeal to societies facing complex problems, and why do they often fail, leaving behind more damage than before?
Pakistan is a prime example of this paradox, where both rulers and citizens are trapped in a cycle of short-term fixes, political expediency, and deferred institutional reforms.
A complex problem — whether corruption, poverty or terrorism — cannot be solved through a single, linear action.
Such problems are multi-dimensional, shaped by interlocking social, political, economic, and cultural forces, and quick fixes tend to address one symptom while ignoring the wider system.
Author's summary: Pakistan's reliance on quick fixes worsens complex problems.