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Pakistan seals plan to privatize national airline ahead of election

View of a Pakistan International Airlines passengers plane, taken through a glass panel, at the Allama Iqbal International Airpor in Lahore

In a move that has drawn both praise and criticism, Pakistan has recently sealed a plan to sell its national airline, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). This decision, made ahead of the upcoming election, is aimed at addressing the long-standing financial struggles faced by the airline and potentially boosting the country's economy.

PIA, which has been a symbol of national pride for decades, has been grappling with mounting losses and rising debts. The airline's financial woes have been exacerbated by mismanagement, corruption, and a lack of accountability. In an effort to address these issues and pave the way for a more sustainable future, the government has decided to privatize PIA.

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