The middle class of Pakistan makes up a major proportion of the country. Over the past few years, they have been forced to endure the fallout from the government’s flawed economic policies. The rising cost of living has put them under immense pressure and threatens to push many of them into poverty. And the government appears to be doing little to stop this inflation.
The problem is worsened by the disproportionate tax burden borne by the middle class. Due to Pakistan’s highly regressive tax structure, most of the population is disproportionately burdened by taxes. Paired together with the lack of employment opportunities available in the country, it is not wrong to say that the middle class may not survive this inflationary spiral.
Syeda Laiba Alam
Karachi
As the world shifts towards digitisation, Pakistan’s progress appears uncertain. Our neighbouring country, India,...
Even though farmers have been burning residue for decades, it is only now that the problem has grown so bad. I believe...
I am writing to highlight a pressing issue that affects the daily lives and dignity of countless individuals across...
On October 10, Pakistan and South Asia lost Syed Abid Rizvi. Although his passing at the fine age of 86 years went...
According to news reports, it has been discovered that at least 30 patients contracted HIV while undergoing dialysis...
The ongoing political upheaval and conflicts among leaders aren’t just theoretical issues; they have tangible, daily...
