Faculty / School

Faculty of Business Administration (FBA)

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Document Type

Conference Paper

Publication Date

10-10-2000

Conference Name

The Oil and Gas Conference 2000

Conference Location

Islamabad

Conference Dates

October 10,2000

First Page

1

Last Page

11

Keywords

Current account deficit, External debt servicing, Foreign exchange reserves, Structural Reforms

Abstract / Description

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of Pakistan’s balance of payments from a historical, current, and forward-looking perspective. It highlights persistent trade deficits, rising debt servicing burdens, and the challenges of financing external imbalances. The discussion also covers key reforms initiated to stabilize the macroeconomic framework. Future prospects focus on investment-driven growth and reducing dependence on external borrowing.

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