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flag The World Bank challenges Pakistan's poverty claims, citing limited gains and worsening rural hardship despite projected GDP growth.

flag The World Bank disputes Pakistan’s claims of poverty reduction, stating only limited groups have seen minor gains while rural populations face worsening hardship. flag Projected national poverty dropped to 22.2% in FY2025 from 25.3%, but these figures are estimates, not survey-based. flag Rural poverty remains more than double urban levels due to stagnant agriculture, informal employment, and lasting impacts from the pandemic, 2022 floods, and inflation. flag Despite a projected 3% GDP growth, the Bank warns Pakistan’s economic model is insufficient for sustainable development, citing stalled progress since 2015 and nearly 40% child stunting. flag Upcoming household surveys will replace years of projections with accurate data.

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