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One STEP Ahead

A practitioner-led platform for inclusive, evidence-based trade and economic policy in Pakistan

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STEP Institute

STEP Institute is an independent think tank focused on strengthening economic governance through evidence-based, inclusive policymaking. With decades of experience in government and policy work, our team helps design, evaluate, and improve trade and economic strategies. We provide policy briefs, regulatory reviews, feasibility studies, and capacity-building programs to support effective, practical implementation for public institutions and development partners.

WELCOME

STEP Institute

STEP Institute is an independent think tank focused on strengthening economic governance through evidence-based, inclusive policymaking. With decades of experience in government and policy work, our team helps design, evaluate, and improve trade and economic policies and strategies. We provide policy briefs, regulatory reviews, feasibility studies, and capacity-building programs to support effective, practical implementation for public institutions and development partners.

One STEP Ahead

STEP Institute bridges the gap between policy theory and implementation. Our team combines deep government experience with strong analytical skills to craft solutions that are practical, evidence-based, and reform-oriented. We understand what drives real change and how to design policies that actually work on the ground.

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Testimonials

“STEP’s brief gave our team the evidence we needed to change policy for exporters.”

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Ministry

“STEP Institute brought exactly the kind of insight we needed - technically sound, politically realistic, and rooted in real institutional dynamics. Their policy input was not only clear, but implementable.”
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Government Organisation

“We’ve worked with many research groups, but STEP stood out for their ability to bridge evidence and execution. Their work helped shape decisions that directly influenced our programme design.”

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Development Partner

“STEP’s export intelligence and regulatory insights were a game changer. Their ability to break down market requirements into actionable guidance helped our members plan smarter and scale faster.”

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Trade Association

“The STEP training helped our export team look beyond documentation. We now understand market access, data mining, and compliance in a way that’s aligned with global trade dynamics.”

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Multinational Enterprise

“STEP Institute brings a rare mix of strategic clarity and operational practicality. Their work is as sharp in its analysis as it is relevant on the ground.”

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