poverty

PTI accuses Punjab government of deepening poverty and mismanaging the economy Blogging Sole

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PTI accuses Punjab government of deepening poverty and mismanaging the economy Blogging Sole

Listen to the article Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram has slammed the Punjab government, accusing it of pursuing policies detrimental to farmers. Speaking at a press conference in Peshawar alongside provincial finance advisor Muzammil Aslam on Friday, Akram targeted the ruling government for its economic mismanagement, Express News reported. He said the … Read more

The government targets a 50% reduction in poverty, thereby doubling GDP in five years Blogging Sole

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The government targets a 50% reduction in poverty, thereby doubling GDP in five years Blogging Sole

A shopkeeper uses a calculator while selling spices and groceries at a store in Karachi June 11, 2021. — Reuters The economic plan plans to attract $29 billion in investments. The GDP growth target has been envisaged at 6% till the financial year 2028-29. “Uraan Pakistan” must focus on export-led growth, says Ahsan Iqbal. ISLAMABAD: … Read more

ADB approves $330 million for Pakistan’s poverty eradication efforts Blogging Sole

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ADB approves 0 million for Pakistan’s poverty eradication efforts Blogging Sole

An image of the headquarters of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). — AfDB Website/File ISPDP funding aims to reduce poverty among vulnerable women and families. Additional funding strengthens BISP’s capacity for climate resilience measures. The ADB has committed $52 billion to Pakistan since 1966 for economic development. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved additional … Read more