The bank said the funds would be directed at infrastructure development, which it described as "crucial for the country’s sustained economic growth"

The Asian Development Bank study is entitled "Economic Corridor Development in Pakistan: Concept, Framework, and Case Studies"

Manila-based lender sees 2021 GDP growth of 7.0% for developing Asia, down from 7.1%, and 2022 growth of 5.3%, down from 5.4% in September

Capacity is expanding and economic activity has returned, say analysts, but some caution that key sectors are lagging behind