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Pakistan's economic crisis has caused the national poverty rate to hit 28.9 per cent, with nearly 70 million people now living in poverty.
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Islamabad, Pakistan
Who
nearly 70 million Pakistanis
What
Pakistan's economic crisis has caused the national poverty rate to hit 28.9 per cent, with nearly 70 million people now living in poverty.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:53:09 GMT · 3h 47m ago
Where
Islamabad, Pakistan ·
Why
Soaring inflation, rupee depreciation, and IMF austerity measures, along with economic instability and policy failures, are cited as causes for the poverty increase.
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The severe economic downturn in Pakistan, marked by a significant increase in poverty and income inequality, highlights the profound social consequences of economic instability for millions and the challenges faced by low-income populations in urban and rural areas.
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