Pakistan’s total public debt has risen to Rs. 82 trillion by the end of May, according to the latest figures released by the State Bank of Pakistan.
Over the past year, the country’s debt increased by Rs. 5.9 trillion, equivalent to an average rise of Rs. 16 billion every day.
The increase reflects higher domestic borrowing, rising debt servicing expenses, and persistent fiscal challenges.
Experts say the expanding debt burden is likely to keep exerting pressure on government finances, making it more difficult to fund development projects while raising concerns about the country’s long-term economic outlook.
