Floods Blight Pakistan’s Growth Outlook

Floods Blight Pakistan’s Growth Outlook

Severe monsoon floods have slowed Pakistan’s economic growth and damaged key sectors across Sindh, Balochistan, and southern Punjab. Meanwhile, heavy rains have destroyed crops, blocked transportation routes, and displaced thousands of people.

Officials report major losses in cotton, rice, and sugarcane fields, which threaten the country’s agricultural output. At the same time, farmers remain adrift as waterlogging hinders replanting and supply chains stay broken.


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Industries face raw material shortages and power cuts; exports shrink due to damaged infrastructure. Economists warn that inflation will rise and GDP growth suffer if recovery measures lag.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visits flood-hit areas, promising them prompt rehabilitation. The government provides funds for relief and infrastructure repair, although escalating costs and limited resources slow progress.

Analysts believe that Pakistan needs to strengthen climate resilience and flood management systems in order to safeguard future growth. Recent floods serve as a reminder that economic stability is inseparable from serious action on climate change and better planning.


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