A) A substantial and consistent increase in remittances from overseas Pakistanis.
B) A significant surge in exports of high-value manufactured goods outstripping imports.
C) A substantial increase in the import bill, particularly for energy, machinery, and raw materials, coupled with stagnant or declining exports.
D) Drastic reduction in foreign direct investment inflows leading to greater reliance on short-term borrowing.
Explanation
Pakistan's current account deficit often widens due to an imbalance in its trade account, where import payments (especially for essential items like oil, machinery, and raw materials) significantly exceed export earnings. Stagnant exports exacerbate this issue.
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