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Pakistan's Debt Soars 13% Amid Economic Turmoil

10/27/2025

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Pakistan's public debt rose to $286.832 billion by June 2025, up 13% from the previous year and at about 70% of GDP.
The rise reflects political instability, weak industrial performance, and economic mismanagement.
The IMF downgraded Pakistan's growth forecast to 3%.
India is projected to grow at 6.5%.
The rising debt burden may force Pakistan to seek further loans, complicating its economic recovery.

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Pakistan's public debt rose to $286.832 billion by June 2025, up 13% from the previous year and at about 70% of GDP.
The rise reflects political instability, weak industrial performance, and economic mismanagement.
The IMF downgraded Pakistan's growth forecast to 3%.
India is projected to grow at 6.5%.
The rising debt burden may force Pakistan to seek further loans, complicating its economic recovery.