Key Points
The World Bank has sounded the alarm on Pakistan's economic course in its latest biannual report, painting a grim picture of the nation's financial health...
The World Bank's biannual Pakistan Development Outlook report has highlighted significant challenges ahead, with over 10 million individuals at risk of falling into poverty amidst sluggish economic growth and soaring inflation...
The international lender is concerned about the South Asian nation's weak economic growth of just 1.8% and the skyrocketing inflation rate of 26% in the current fiscal year...
Looking ahead, the World Bank projects subdued economic growth for Pakistan, falling short of official targets..
With fiscal consolidation measures underway, the road to recovery remains uncertain for Pakistan, posing significant risks to its social and economic stability...
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