Pakistan’s external debt doubles over a decade: World Bank

Pakistan's external debt nearly doubles to $135 billion in 2025: World Bank

With $22.4 billion in outstanding debt, China emerged as the single largest creditor to Pakistan, following debt from World Bank and Asian Development Bank at $

Pakistan's external debt nearly doubled in decade ending 2025: World Bank

Pakistan's external debt is projected to rise to USD 135.1 billion by 2025, according to a World Bank report. Public and publicly guaranteed debt accounts for a significant portion, totaling USD 107.076 billion. China remains the largest creditor of Pakistan, holding USD 22.4 billion. The International Monetary Fund is expected to provide additional financial support for economic stability.

Pakistan’s external debt doubles over a decade: World Bank

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s external debt stock increased 4 percent to USD 135.1 billion in 2025, with multilateral and...

Pakistan’s External Debt Rises To Record $135.1 Billion; How Much Does It Owe China, World Bank And ADB?

Pakistan’s external debt nearly doubled to $135.1 billion in 2025, with China emerging as its largest individual creditor, according to the World Bank.

Pakistan's Rising Debt Dependence on China

Pakistan’s external debt has significantly increased over the past decade, reaching $135.1 billion in 2025, up from $68.67 billion in 2015, as reported by the World Bank. This substantial rise highlights the country’s escalating reliance on foreign borrowing to fulfil its financial requirements. The overall debt stock comprises various components, including $107.07 billion in public […]

World Bank: Pakistan’s external debt nearly doubles in decade

KABUL (Pajhwok): Pakistan’s total external debt nearly doubled over the past decade, rising from $68.7 billion in 2015 to $135.1 billion in 2025, according t…