Pakistan's Debt Burden Explodes Amid $8 Bn Saudi 'Bailout
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Apr 18, 2026, 21:45 IST | Updated: Apr 18, 2026, 21:45 IST
Pakistan’s economic story right now is being defined by one number… its rising debt burden. With external liabilities running into well over 125 billion dollars, the country is relying heavily on global lenders and friendly nations just to stay afloat. Here’s a closer look at Pakistan’s total debt story and the risks ahead.
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