Contraction in manufacturing sector will lead to broad economic slowdown

Govt looks for alternative means to ease external-sector constraint, avoid political backlash

Higher discount rate, low development spending will have adverse impact on economy

Contours of mini-budget reveal government intends to suppress aggregate demand

It may consider tapping bilateral sources, go to IMF, float Euro and diaspora bonds

New setup will have to surmount scores of economic, financial challenges

CPEC-related activity has led to double-digit growth in imports, but it has also helped push economic growth

Managing external financing, increasing exports will be biggest issues for upcoming govt

It provides oxygen to the ailing patient, but it cannot cure the disease

There is no ‘one size fits all’ solution to boost exports for development