
Pakistan's Government Debt Climbs to Rs58 Trillion
Pakistan's government debt has surged to Rs58 trillion, with floating debt increasing to Rs10.56 trillion. This rise is attributed to short-term borrowing undertaken to meet fiscal shortfalls.
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Pakistan's government debt has surged to Rs58 trillion, with floating debt increasing to Rs10.56 trillion. This rise is attributed to short-term borrowing undertaken to meet fiscal shortfalls.

Pakistan's government spending choices for the 2026-27 budget are being scrutinized for allegedly penalizing green technology and sidelining climate adaptation efforts, contradicting its own climate pledges.

Pakistan's government is considering linking its Naya Pakistan Certificates and sovereign bonds to a regulated blockchain using Digitally Native Notes (DNNs) to facilitate swift settlement for retail investors, especially overseas Pakistanis.

Pakistan's government is working to decrease its dependence on imported fuel for power generation and rationalise electricity costs for consumers, according to an official.

Pakistan's government has spent only 41.5% of its development budget in the first nine months, with the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) already cut to fund fuel subsidies. In contrast, parliamentarians' schemes show 70% utilization in just four months.

Pakistan's government is developing a new power tariff structure for industrial consumers, aiming to encourage daytime operations and reduce peak evening consumption, and is seeking World Bank support for the initiative.

Pakistan's government has introduced a hybrid plan to address the ongoing power crisis, which includes expected daily load-shedding of two to three hours and tariff hikes, as LNG and gas supplies to the power sector are set to drop sharply.

Pakistan's government has finalized a mobile application-based fuel quota system for motorcycles and rickshaws, potentially including up to 800cc vehicles, to provide targeted subsidies and reduce oil consumption.

Pakistan's government is urging the public to conserve petrol and diesel, with more fuel-saving measures likely, to mitigate potential disruptions in fuel availability stemming from the unstable Middle East situation.

Pakistan's government has reportedly decided against providing power subsidies, a move that comes amidst ongoing economic challenges in the country.

Political consensus is emerging in Pakistan as the central government and provinces plan to reduce development spending to fund strategic initiatives, including a potential Rs3 trillion for defense and Rs50 billion relief for salaried individuals.
Pakistan's government has outlined a target of 4% economic growth for the next fiscal year, signaling its projections for the nation's financial performance.

An opinion piece critiques Pakistan's government, highlighting its ability to achieve feats like building fighter jets and brokering peace deals, yet failing to prevent its Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) officials from mistreating citizens.

Pakistan's government is caught in a sovereign debt trap, increasingly borrowing funds primarily to service interest payments on existing loans rather than investing in infrastructure or human capital development. This situation challenges the illusion of fiscal stabilization.

Pakistan's government is seeking a $1 billion climate loan from the Asian Development Bank, while the CDWP has deferred a $40 million World Bank project due to exorbitant rates for furniture and laptops.

Pakistan's government is finalizing a plan to manage rising summer electricity demand through scheduled outages, compulsory conservation measures, and increased tariffs, as the country faces a deepening fuel shortage.

Amid an ongoing energy crisis, Pakistan's government is planning to implement an app-based fuel subsidy program for low-income users, utilizing a quota system with digital vouchers and QR-based monitoring for two- and three-wheelers.

Pakistan's government is proposing an optional multi-tariff system for industries, with the power division set to consult stakeholders on the Time-of-Use (ToU) pricing model aimed at improving efficiency and reducing costs.

Pakistan's government has initiated its 5G spectrum auction, with three telecommunication firms participating in the first round, which is scheduled to last 60 minutes.

Pakistan's government is planning to provide terminals to facilitate stranded ships and rescue 50,000 containers for importers and exporters. Additionally, the CDWP has cleared projects worth Rs15 billion, with four larger projects referred to ECNEC for approval.

Pakistan's government has approved a plan in principle to introduce a centralized digital tax operation model, aiming to curb collusion and harassment by field officers who will lose powers to issue notices and conduct audits.

Pakistan's government announced plans to issue a commemorative coin. This coin will mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China.

Pakistan's government announced modest increases in gross domestic product (GDP) and per capita income in dollar terms, signaling a recovery in the country's overall economic output compared to the previous year.

Pakistan's government is considering diverting natural gas from households, CNG, and fertilizer sectors to the power sector to address an LNG shortfall, warning of sharp tariff increases or massive loadshedding if additional gas is not redirected.

Pakistan's government has digitally disbursed Rs1.2 billion to over 32,000 beneficiaries, including operators of buses, trucks, and delivery vans, as part of the PM Fuel Package 2026.

Pakistan's government is mulling a Rs31 billion expenditure to build strategic wheat reserves, a proposal approved by the ECC amid the regional situation.

Pakistan's government is proposing a mobile app-based fuel quota system to provide targeted subsidies for low-income users of two- and three-wheelers, aiming to protect them from surging oil prices.

Pakistan's government, led by Rana Sanaullah, is actively working to reduce tensions in the Middle East by promoting rapprochement between Saudi Arabia and Iran, aiming to foster peace and unity in the Muslim world.

Despite repeated claims of austerity and restructuring, Pakistan's federal government has failed to discipline its spending, with non-development expenditures continuing to rise.