Pakistan’s Governance Crisis: A Nation Struggling
Summary
Pakistan’s governance has consistently failed to address economic, social, and security challenges. While neighboring countries have progressed, Pakistan struggles with issues like circular debt, poor education, and rising crime. The real issue is not the system of government but its inefficiency and lack of resolve. Without decisive reforms, Pakistan’s future remains uncertain.
Key Points
- Economic decline – India and Bangladesh have surpassed Pakistan in growth and development.
- Low foreign investment – FDI in Pakistan is 40 times lower than India’s.
- Dwindling reserves – Pakistan’s central bank reserves stand at only $8 billion.
- Rising circular debt – Increased from Rs25bn under Musharraf to Rs2,500bn under PTI.
- Education crisis – Half of school-age children remain out of school.
- Uncontrolled population growth – Adds 5.5 million people annually.
- Security issues – High crime and extremism discourage foreign investment and tourism.
- Lack of political will – Governments fail to implement necessary reforms.
- Failure in problem-solving – Key issues are postponed instead of resolved.
- Public dissatisfaction – 40% of Pakistanis want to leave the country.
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