Pakistan’s Economy Understanding the Challenges and Opportunities
What Is an Economy? • The system of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services • It includes agriculture, industry, and services sectors • A strong economy means more jobs and better living standards
Overview of Pakistan’s Economy • Agriculture, manufacturing, and services are main sectors • Agriculture employs a large part of the population • Major exports: textiles, rice, sports goods, IT services
Current Economic Challenges • Inflation and high prices • Low foreign reserves and currency depreciation • Energy shortages and trade deficit
Government Efforts for Improvement • Promoting exports and investment • Expanding renewable energy and infrastructure • Encouraging local industries and digital economy
What Students Can Learn and Do • Learn about saving, budgeting, and entrepreneurship • Support ‘Made in Pakistan’ products • Develop skills for the modern economy (IT, finance, innovation)