Pakistan, Oct. 10 -- The World Economic Forum has conditionally supported proposals for creating more provinces or administrative units in Pakistan. The proposal outlines a possible expansion to 16 new provinces or 23 to 25 administrative units. According to the forum, such changes could bring government services closer to citizens and improve public administration.

The forum says creating additional units should focus on better governance rather than simply increasing their number. It highlights improved public services, stronger financial accountability and greater political responsibility as key goals. These changes, it suggests, could help authorities respond more effectively to local needs across Pakistan.

Pakistan currently has fo...