

Revenue Without Return: The Taxpayer’s Alibi in Pakistan’s Fiscal Crisis
Pakistan’s tax crisis is less about unwilling taxpayers and more about state inefficiency, debt-driven governance, and misuse of resources. Despite record collections, citizens see little return for their contributions, leaving the fiscal system strained and trust eroded.

ADB Flags Political Instability, Security Risks and External Shocks as Top Threats to Pakistan’s Economic Recovery
The Asian Development Bank has highlighted political uncertainty, security threats, and external shocks as serious obstacles to Pakistan’s economic recovery, urging structural reforms and stronger private sector engagement to secure sustainable growth.