Pakistan is facing a significant economic challenge as it needs to create 30 million jobs over the next decade, according to World Bank President Ajay Banga. During his visit to Islamabad on February 2, 2026, Banga emphasized the urgency of this task, stating that the country must generate 2.5 to 3 million jobs annually to accommodate its growing youth population. He described this as a 'generational challenge' and warned that failure to meet this target could lead to instability and increased migration. Banga highlighted that agriculture has the potential to create one-third of the required jobs, but also stressed the need for power sector reforms as a 'most urgent near-term need' (Geo News, February 05, 2026).