Pakistan’s interest payments on foreign loans have climbed sharply over the past three years, increasing by 84 percent to reach $3.59 billion. The surge highlights the growing financial strain linked to external borrowing and rising global lending costs. The jump in interest payments reflects the country’s increasing reliance on commercial loans, which typically carry higher […]
Pakistan’s domestic debt surpasses Rs54 trillion amid soaring interest payments
Pakistan’s domestic debt has hit an all-time high, crossing Rs54.47 trillion as of June 2025, reflecting a massive increase of over Rs28 trillion within just five years. The surge underscores the country’s growing reliance on internal borrowing to bridge fiscal gaps and finance its expanding budgetary needs. According to official data released by the Ministry […]