The IMF Trap and Pakistan’s Sovereignty Crisis
- Disconnected from Regional Shifts
While neighboring countries reshape alliances, Pakistan remains stuck in outdated Western-led financial systems. - Ignoring History’s Warnings
Despite clear examples like Greece and Mali, Pakistan continues to follow the IMF’s damaging path. - Burdening the Public
Fuel, electricity, and taxes have soared — ordinary citizens are paying the price of IMF conditions. - US Pressure on Sovereignty
Through IMF leverage, Pakistan faces pressure to open markets and possibly compromise on defense matters. - Double Standards and Isolation
Pakistan is pushed to seek Chinese and Saudi support while being nudged to act against their interests.
Summary:
This article highlights how Pakistan has fallen deeper into an economic and political trap under the IMF’s control. Despite global examples of countries suffering under IMF programs, Pakistani leadership continues down the same path, prioritizing bailouts over long-term sovereignty. The IMF’s role is not just economic — it enforces geopolitical influence, often at the cost of national dignity and independence. The question now is whether Pakistan will continue taking short-term relief or embrace tough, self-driven reforms for a sustainable future.
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