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Pakistan's Economic Divide: Growth Amidst Instability and Hurdles

11/15/2025

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Story summary

In 2025, Pakistan faces regulatory hurdles and instability that push Procter & Gamble and Philip Morris to reduce their presence.
New investments signal growth, including CK Hutchison's $1 billion port upgrade and an $8.5 billion agreement with China.
Systemic issues like property rights violations and a low investment-to-GDP ratio hinder long-term confidence.
Pakistan must reconcile economic contradictions or risk a divided economy where large projects succeed and smaller businesses falter.

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Story summary

In 2025, Pakistan faces regulatory hurdles and instability that push Procter & Gamble and Philip Morris to reduce their presence.
New investments signal growth, including CK Hutchison's $1 billion port upgrade and an $8.5 billion agreement with China.
Systemic issues like property rights violations and a low investment-to-GDP ratio hinder long-term confidence.
Pakistan must reconcile economic contradictions or risk a divided economy where large projects succeed and smaller businesses falter.