India, Oct. 21 -- Economic indicators in South Asian countries have shown signs of a gradual improvement following major political changes, but the economies have yet to fully recover, with GDP growth, inflation and trade figures reflecting persistent challenges.

Data compiled from the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) World Economic Outlook 2026 and World Trade Organization (WTO) trade statistics tracks economic performance around leadership changes in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and the Maldives. These include Imran Khan's removal as Pakistan's prime minister in April 2022, Sheikh Hasina's ouster in Bangladesh in August 2024 and political transitions in Nepal, Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

While some indicators have improve...