Bangladesh To Run Out Of Condoms, While Pakistan Can’t Afford Them: Here is Why Both Bankrupt Countries Are Facing Contraceptive Crisis
Published on: Dec. 30, 2025, 2:31 p.m. | Source: NewsX
Bangladesh and Pakistan are facing a contraceptive crisis due to economic stress. Bangladesh is running out of condoms and other birth-control supplies because of funding and procurement delays, raising fears of rising unplanned pregnancies. Pakistan has condoms, but high taxes have made them unaffordable for many, after the IMF rejected tax relief. Experts warn the situation could worsen population growth, health risks and strain already fragile healthcare systems in both countries.
