'Spending higher in big cities'
A World Bank report highlights significant fiscal inequality in Pakistan, noting that provincial capitals like Quetta and Lahore receive disproportionately higher per-person funding compared to other districts. The report raises concerns about the effectiveness of this spending in improving health and education outcomes.
Why it matters
The findings underscore systemic issues in fiscal federalism and regional development that contribute to uneven human development across Pakistan.
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The article summarizes a World Bank report, presenting data-driven findings without taking a political stance.
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