Dossier
PML-N government
Coverage of PML-N government in the Nexus archive.
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- Poverty and inequality
Poverty in Pakistan increased from 21.8% in 2018-19 to 28.9% in 2024-25, driven by economic shocks including macroeconomic adjustments, the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation, and geopolitical events. Rural areas saw an 8% rise in poverty, compared to 6% in urban areas, with household incomes and consumption declining over the past decade.
- PTI slams govt for ‘anti-poor’ fiscal policies
The PTI criticized the government for 'anti-poor' and 'anti-farmer' fiscal policies, citing economic decline, reduced cotton production, and mismanagement in agriculture. They accused the ruling coalition of over-taxation, misquoting World Bank data, and prioritizing luxuries over public welfare.