Pakistan has seen periods of strong GDP growth, but about 40% still live below the poverty line. The article argues growth without jobs, distribution, and public services cannot break poverty’s cycle.
While attention stays on Middle East missiles, Iran’s growing yuan-based oil and trade deals with China target the petrodollar system—sending a geopolitical message and testing US financial leverage.
Debt trap diplomacy poses significant risks for developing nations, as seen in Sri Lanka and Pakistan. This article explores the complexities and implications of such financial strategies.
