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Unveiling the soul of Pakistan's metropolis.
Karachi Matters Editor
State Bank data reveals a significant rise in imports from China, with a 30% increase in the first half of FY25. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s exports to China have declined, contributing to a widening trade imbalance. The growth in imports from China, along with lower exports, is a key factor behind the overall trade gap in the region. Despite some growth in exports to neighboring countries like Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, the overall export performance remains sluggish.
Karachi Matters EditorThe government has warned that inflation could rise to 7.5% in the next financial year (2025–26), compared to 5% this year. This increase is expected due to relaxed import restrictions…
Karachi Matters EditorIn FY2024-25, Pakistan’s salaried class paid over Rs550 billion in income taxes—five times more than the combined Rs100 billion contributed by exporters and retailers, according to the Salaried Class Alliance…
