'On Deathbed': Why IMF loan can't pull Pakistan out of crisis | South Asia Diary

Published on Mar 03, 2023 10:24 pm IST

Pakistan is living its worst nightmare with a flailing economy, sinking currency, and decades-high inflation that have led to food and energy crises. The Shehbaz Sharif government has recently taken harsh measures to pull Pakistan's economy out of its deathbed and unlock the IMF bailout package. However, analysis shows that a fresh IMF loan might give Islamabad a lifeline if approved but won't resolve Pakistan's problems. Watch this episode to understand the economic troubles of India's neighbour.

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