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TexasTowelie

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Mon Sep 8, 2025, 04:17 PM 8 hrs ago

Pakistan in Deep Trouble - Joe Blogs



Pakistan is facing one of its toughest moments in recent history. Catastrophic floods have submerged millions of acres of farmland, slashing crop yields by up to 25%. With the country normally producing 70% of its food, the shortfall means nearly half of all food may now need to be imported — adding an extra $4.7 billion burden on the economy. At the same time, external debt has surged past $130 billion, while poverty rates continue to climb. With climate change, poor infrastructure, and economic fragility all colliding, is Pakistan heading for a deeper crisis?

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:06 FLOODING
2:21 CASULATIES
4:15 POPULATION
6:32 EXPORTS
7:18 IMPORTS
8:03 TRADE
9:06 DEBT
9:54 UNEMPLOYMENT
10:28 WAGES
11:17 GDP
12:26 INFLATION
13:59 FOOD
15:28 DAMAGE
17:56 SUMMARY & CONCLUSION
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