Tue, 21-Oct-2025

World Bank director appreciates National Health Ministry’s progress

World Bank director appreciates National Health Ministry’s progress

ISLAMABAD: The World Bank Country Director Bolormaa Amgaabazar praised the Ministry of National Health for its commendable performance over the past six months. He expressed full support and endorsement for the ongoing health projects led by the ministry. A high-level meeting was held between the World Bank Country Director and the Federal Minister of Health, … Read more

Poverty in Pakistan rises by 7% over three years: World Bank

World Bank

ISLAMABAD:  Poverty in Pakistan has surged by 7 percent points over the past three years, according to a World Bank report. World Bank Country Director for Pakistan, Bolormaa Amgaabazar, told reporters that the national poverty rate currently stands at 25.3%, compared to 18.3% in 2022. She noted that poverty climbed to 24.8% in 2023-24 before … Read more