Pakistan’s External Debt Burden: Causes, Complexities and Remedies

The report examines the scale and dynamics of Pakistan’s external debt, analyzing its underlying causes, structural complexities, and long‑term implications for economic stability. It highlights how persistent borrowing, balance of payments pressures, and policy choices have contributed to rising debt vulnerabilities. The study also explores potential remedies, including fiscal discipline, export diversification, and improved debt management strategies.

Date: 2003-01-01 Year Published: 2003