Understanding Pakistan’s Debt Servicing Dynamics in the Fiscal Framework Pakistan’s fiscal architecture is increasingly defined by its debt servicing obligations,…
Read MoreRole of the State Bank of Pakistan in Managing Public Debt
In Pakistan’s fragile fiscal ecosystem, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) plays a dual role as monetary authority and debt…
Read MoreFiscal Policy and Public Debt: Trends and Challenges
In the wake of unprecedented global economic disruptions—from pandemic-induced recessions to geopolitical conflicts and inflationary pressures—governments worldwide have grappled with…
Read MoreCircular Debt Stabilized, Not Solved: Pakistan’s Power Sector at a Crossroads
The numbers in Pakistan’s circular debt are staggering—but the recent Circular Debt Report – March 2025 issued by the Power…
Read MoreDebt Management Strategies in Pakistan
Pakistan’s debt management strategies are pivotal in navigating the tightrope between fiscal sustainability and economic growth. With public debt surpassing…
Read MoreWorld Bank’s $20 Billion Commitment: A Pathway to Pakistan’s Sustainable Development
In a landmark move, the World Bank has pledged $20 billion to Pakistan over the next decade under the new…
Read MorePakistan’s Circular Debt Crisis: Can the Power Sector Escape Its Financial Black Hole?
Circular debt is a persistent and escalating issue in Pakistan’s energy sector, significantly impacting the nation’s economic stability and development.…
Read MoreKhyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Debt Landscape 2023–2024: Rising Obligations and Emerging Priorities
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s (KP) latest Debt Statistical Bulletin for FY 2023–2024 offers a critical look at the province’s evolving debt profile.…
Read MorePunjab’s Debt Landscape: Challenges, Trends, and Opportunities for Sustainable Fiscal Management
Introduction The Government of Punjab, Pakistan, faces significant fiscal challenges, with public debt playing a central role in its economic…
Read MorePublic Debt Management: Walking a Tightrope Between Growth and Crisis
Pakistan’s Debt ProfilePakistan’s total public debt has crossed PKR 65 trillion (USD 225 billion) as of December 2023, reflecting a…
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