Despite Protests And Promises, Pakistani Regions Denied Internet Access
… all so far failed to prompt Pakistan to grant Internet access to millions in regions reeling from decades of conflict, poverty, and underdevelopment.
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As virus spikes, Pakistan says there’s no choice but to open
The number of people living in poverty has risen to 40% from 30% since the pandemic began. Massive job losses could spark unrest, Sharif warned.
Pakistan offers India help for pandemic-hit poor
… lockdown, Khan announced Pakistan’s largest one-off cash payment program to pay around $1 billion to 12 million poverty-stricken families.
Pakistan In Delicate Balance With Coronavirus Lockdown Amid Fears Of Mass Resistance
… the world, a large portion of the country’s devout and poverty-stricken people are resisting limits on physical and social contacts and their mobility.
Pakistan Plans Staggered End To Lockdown After Grim Economic Warning
… after warnings that a prolonged economic halt could result in some 18 million job cuts, pushing more than half of the population into poverty. "We are …
Pakistan can’t afford to shutter cities to prevent virus – PM
… situation is not the same as that of the US or Europe…25% of our population is living in grave poverty,’ Khan says in a televised address to the nation …
2nd phase of China-Pakistan free trade deal in effect
"Together, Pakistan and China are entering the next phase of CPEC, with greater emphasis on socio economic uplift, poverty alleviation, agricultural …
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