Health

Why is child mortality still so high in Pakistan?

Despite improvements over the past decades, Pakistan continues to face significant challenges in reducing child mortality rates compared to regional neighbors. Under-5 mortality per 1,000 live births remains high, as shown in the chart above. Exploring the data and comparing trends across countries can help identify priorities for policy and programming.

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Energy & Environment

Why is electricity so expensive in Pakistan?

Pakistan's electricity tariffs are among the highest in the region despite having substantial installed generation capacity.

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Population

Why do more people leave Pakistan each year?

More people emigrate from Pakistan each year than from almost any other country, reflecting both push and pull factors.

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