Every nation, at some point in its history, is confronted by a question it can no longer afford to postpone. For Pakistan, the question is not how many citizens it has, but what kind of citizens it produces. We have spent decades diagnosing our afflictions as inflation, unemployment, debt, and political instability, when in truth […]
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Bushra Ansari raises concerns over population growth
Veteran Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari has expressed concern over the country’s rapidly growing population, stressing the importance of family planning and responsible decision-making for the welfare of future generations. Read More: Bushra Ansari criticises Firdous Jamal over controversial remarks Speaking during a recent appearance on a private television programme, the senior actress shared her views on […]
IMF blocks immediate removal of GST on contraceptives
ISLAMABAD: Despite Pakistan facing one of the highest population growth rates in the world, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has refused to allow the immediate abolition of the 18% General Sales Tax (GST) on contraceptives, a move that has stalled government efforts to make birth control products affordable. As a result, condoms and other contraceptives […]
FinMin warns population growth could slow Pakistan’s economic gains
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday warned that unmanaged population growth could undermine the country’s economic progress, urging stakeholders to implement actionable measures. Read More: Pakistan population summit highlights urgent growth challenges Speaking at the Pakistan Population Summit-2025, he said real GDP growth alone would not unlock Pakistan’s potential unless population […]
Pakistan population summit stresses urgent need for family planning
ISLAMABAD: The two-day “Pakistan Population Summit” began in Islamabad on Sunday, focusing on the urgent need to recognise population planning as an investment in the country’s development. Read More: Pakistan Population Summit opens to address rising demographic challenges The event, organised by DawnMedia, brings together politicians, economists, development specialists, private sector leaders, and experts to […]
Pakistan Population Summit opens to address rising demographic challenges
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Monday inaugurated the ‘Pakistan Population Summit,’ a national dialogue aimed at restoring demographic balance and promoting sustainable development. The summit seeks to highlight population planning as a critical investment for the country’s future, as Pakistan continues to grapple with rapid population expansion. Read More: Pakistan’s Population Promise Amid Political Reforms With more than […]
Water Security Crucial for Pakistan’s Economic Growth
Pakistan will require around 60 million acre-feet (MAF) of additional water by 2050 to meet rising food, energy, and industrial needs. Current water storage projects can provide only 11.13 MAF, leaving a large gap. Experts warn that population growth to 315 million will increase pressure on water security. The Senate Standing Committee on Water Resources, […]
Karachi set to become world’s fifth largest city by 2050
ISLAMABAD: Karachi is projected to become one of the world’s 10 largest cities between 2025 and 2030, according to the United Nations’ World Urbanisation Prospects 2025. The city’s rapid population growth is expected to continue through mid-century, with estimates suggesting it could reach nearly 33 million people by 2050, surpassing Cairo, Tokyo, Guangzhou, Manila, and […]
Population growth threatens Pakistan’s economy: Aurangzeb
Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb warned that rapid population growth is a major obstacle to Pakistan’s economic recovery. He said the economy is improving under the IMF programme but faces long-term structural challenges. Climate change and high population growth, he added, threaten sustainable development. Addressing a ceremony in Islamabad, Aurangzeb highlighted Pakistan’s population growth […]
Climate, population threaten Pakistan’s growth: Finance Minister
ISLAMABAD – Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has warned that climate change and rapid population growth pose serious challenges to Pakistan’s long-term development. Speaking at the Pakistan Business Summit, he said these issues directly affect the country’s productivity and global reputation. He also highlighted how poverty and poor child development worsen the situation. According to him, […]