Pakistan Poverty Crisis Deepens as 12.5 Million Fall Below Poverty Line: World Bank

The World Bank warns 40% of Pakistan's population is now below the poverty line as 12.5 million fell into poverty last year.

Poverty rose from 34.2% to 39.4%, with many unable to meet daily needs on less than $3.65 per day.

Pakistan has the lowest per capita income in South Asia and the most out-of-school children globally.

40% of children under 5 are stunted and Pakistan has 20.3 million out-of-school kids.

Pakistan's economic model has led to balance of payments crises, slowing growth, uncertain investment climate.