Economy
Poverty Jumps by 7%, 13 Million More Pakistanis Fall Below the Line: World Bank
Pakistan Sees a Rise in Poverty in 2024, But Economic Recovery Expected by 2025: World Bank Report

According to the latest World Bank report, Pakistan has witnessed a 7% increase in poverty levels during 2024, with an additional 13 million people falling below the poverty line. The poverty rate for 2023 stood at 25.3%, reflecting the ongoing impacts of pandemics, floods, and economic challenges.