This report shows that after a decade of moderate growth but little or no long term change in rural poverty in Pakistan … approximate those of the 1990s; and social welfare indicators in Pakistan remain significantly below those of other countries in … and poverty reduction. Nonetheless, Pakistan has made important strides in the last several years to promote rural growth …

Pakistan's rebound from the global financial crisis has been slow and fragile, and unless the economy changes course …-enhancing growth agenda for Pakistan. Policy must target both goals as they are closely intertwined. Higher growth rates can be … extracted from factors-physical capital, labor, human capital, and land. This report considers whether Pakistan should pursue …

Pakistan's growth accelerated in FY16, driven by consumption while investment remained low. Exports continued to fall … when soft global demand exacerbated the effects of Pakistan's long-term decline in competitiveness. After achieving …

Pakistan's economy continues to grow strongly, emerging as one of the top performers in South Asia. Beneath the surface … governments also have a part to play. The special sections of this update analyze some of the specific challenges facing Pakistan …

"This paper explores the linkage between income growth rates and foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows. So far the … evidence is rather mixed, as no robust relationship between FDI and income growth has been established. The authors argue that … countries need a sound business environment in the form of good government regulations to be able to benefit from FDI. Using a …