At 32.6, Islamabad has second highest hunger score in Asia

Imports grow at double the pace of exports, dashing hopes of early recovery of the external sector

Says country needs $18 billion this year, 41% less than the bank’s claim

Khursheed Shah suspects Rs1.5 billion corruption in the deal

Asks NAB to determine responsibility for removing ex-PIA CEO’s name from ECL

SECP suggests FBR check data of these individuals

Says bank’s equity will erode by one-fourth, credit exposure will increase

Lender also warns of urgent need for policy actions to revive exports, slow imports, stabilise remittances

Businesses forced to follow two different sets of laws and standards for their products

Budget gap stands at 0.9% in first quarter, in line with the annual 4.1% target