A. $75 billion
B. $100 billion
C. $135 billion
D. $200 billion

Explanation:

– Pakistan’s external debt had nearly doubled over a decade to approximately $135 billion.

– China was identified as Pakistan’s largest single creditor.

– The amount outstanding to China was reported at $22.4 billion.

– External debt is an important indicator of a country’s international financial obligations.

Related one-line questions and answers

1. Which institution published the report? — World Bank.
2. Where is the World Bank headquarters? — Washington, DC, USA.
3. What is external debt? — Money borrowed from foreign lenders.
4. What does debt servicing mean? — Payment of interest and principal on debt.
5. What is Pakistan’s largest single creditor according to the cited report? — China.