As the government and its representatives push for more economic pain on ordinary citizens, Pakistanis find themselves in dire financial straits. The focus remains on imposing more taxes on compliant individuals while overlooking the government’s own exponential expenses.
The recent budget reflects a 77% increase in total expenditure, with a significant rise in current expenditures and development spending. Despite promises of austerity, the government seems to be doubling down on existing patterns, exacerbating the financial burden on citizens.
With skyrocketing inflation and increased taxes, resentment is growing among the populace. The government’s reliance on borrowing from future generations to sustain its spending habits paints a bleak future for Pakistanis. Despite claims of financial distress, the government seems unwilling to enact substantial spending cuts on itself.
The cycle of extracting more from compliant citizens and borrowing from future generations appears unsustainable. As ordinary Pakistanis bear the brunt of economic policies, questions arise about the government’s prioritization of its own financial interests over public welfare.