As of December 2025, Pakistan's government debt reached Rs78.5 trillion, marking a significant increase of Rs641 billion or 0.82% from June 2025, according to data from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) as reported by Daily Times and Geo Business. This rise in debt reflects ongoing fiscal challenges and the government's reliance on borrowing to meet its financial obligations. The debt increased by 1.3% month-on-month and 9.6% year-on-year, highlighting a persistent upward trend in borrowing needs. Profit by Pakistan Today notes that domestic debt, which makes up the majority of the total debt, rose by 11.0% year-on-year to Rs55.4 trillion, while external debt increased to Rs23.1 trillion, a 6% rise compared to the previous year.