Pakistan Economic Challanges and Solutions

Pakistan: Economic Challenges and Solutions by Ishrat Husain is a comprehensive study of the major obstacles slowing Pakistan’s economic growth and the practical solutions needed to overcome them.

The book explores:

• Weak institutions – including courts, tax systems, and governance issues
• Low productivity and lack of savings and investment
• Rising debt and economic instability
• Education, healthcare, and energy crises
• Inefficient bureaucracy and hurdles for businesses

Through 14 detailed chapters, Ishrat Husain outlines actionable reforms, emphasizing the political and social challenges that prevent effective implementation. He explains why governments hesitate to take bold decisions: the “pain now, reward later” problem, where powerful groups resist change and future governments reap the benefits.

This book is a must-read for:
✓ Economists and policymakers
✓ Students of governance, finance, and public administration
✓ Business leaders and investors
✓ Anyone seeking to understand Pakistan’s economic challenges and long-term solutions

Format: Hardcover – durable and perfect for academic libraries or personal collections.

Author Description

Ishrat Husain is a distinguished Pakistani economist, public policy expert, and former Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan. He is widely recognized for his expertise in governance, institutional reforms, and economic policy, and has authored several books analyzing Pakistan’s economy and development challenges.