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PakistanPakistan's Rising Poverty Levels Due to Instability and Climate Shocks
Recent data indicates a significant increase in poverty in Pakistan, attributed by the Planning Minister to instability, policy reversals, and climate shocks.
Background
Pakistan faces ongoing economic challenges, including high inflation and a depreciating currency, exacerbated by political instability and a growing debt burden. The country is also highly vulnerable to climate change impacts, such as floods and droughts, which disproportionately affect vulnerable populations.
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Pakistan's Rising Poverty Levels Highlighted
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Poverty in Pakistan has risen significantly, with the Planning Minister citing instability, policy reversals, and climate shocks as primary causes.
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