Convener of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) Regional Committee on Food Shahid Imran on Sunday hailed the presentation of FPCCI’s first-ever Shadow Budget 2026-27, describing it as a landmark initiative that reflected the collective wisdom and aspirations of the country’s business community.
Talking to a delegation of food exporters and importers here, he said the effort demonstrated visionary leadership and a strong commitment to economic revival at a time when Pakistan was facing multiple fiscal and development challenges.
He said the proposed measures, focusing on tax reforms, simplification of procedures, export-led growth, investment promotion, industrial expansion and rationalization of energy tariffs, could significantly improve the business environment and enhance the competitiveness of Pakistani businesses.
Shahid Imran emphasized that sustainable economic growth required continuity of policies, broader stakeholder consultation and a long-term national economic vision. He said the proposals offered a constructive roadmap for reducing the cost of doing business, attracting domestic and foreign investment and creating employment opportunities.
He commended the leadership of S. M. Tanveer, Atif Ikram Sheikh, Gohar Ejaz and other chamber presidents for presenting a unified voice of the business community on key economic issues.
He expressed the hope that policymakers would seriously consider the recommendations while finalizing the federal budget, enabling Pakistan to achieve higher economic growth, greater stability and long-term prosperity.
Shahid Imran said close collaboration between the government and the private sector was essential for addressing economic challenges and unlocking the country’s growth potential through business-friendly reforms and investment-oriented policies.