The Big Story
Road to nowhere: China's Belt and Road Initiative at tipping point
Pakistan, Sri Lanka debt crises threaten Beijing's regional influence
Sources say unusual move aimed at speeding up $1.2bn dispersal by IMF
Poor skimp on food while those better off carpool, buy solar, aim to emigrate
Political instability threatens to derail efforts to regain confidence of key lenders
Corporate empire has potential to be globally competitive
Ukraine war crimps growth, spurs price rises in emerging Asia
Sharif's ruling coalition stung in country's most populous province
Population, inflation, climate stoke innovation to grow more with less
'Agreement has set stage to bring country out of economic difficulties': Sharif
Increase from 13.75% follows inflation soaring to 13-year high
Limited resources are needed to help stabilize the economy
Islamabad expects lender to increase program funding and duration
CPEC-linked suppliers await $1.5bn dues; industry disruptions hinder exports
PM braces for anger as he aims to hike taxes, secure IMF cash, revive China projects
From Pakistan to Maldives, forex and debt risks grow as inflationary headwinds build
Experts say PM Sharif's longevity hinges on showing army he can stabilize economy
New government was reluctant to remove fuel price caps
Increase of 150 basis points comes amid high inflation and weakening currency
Blast tests Beijing's patience with separatist group behind other deadly attacks
Finance minister says fund has 'largely' agreed to extend plan another year
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