The National Economic Council meeting was postponed as the government continued negotiations with the Pakistan Peoples Party over key budget and development issues. Officials said the delay occurred because both sides have not yet finalized consensus on critical financial matters ahead of the upcoming fiscal budget. Originally, the NEC meeting was scheduled to approve the […]
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IMF proposes higher BISP payments in Pakistan talks
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has proposed increasing financial assistance under Pakistan’s Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) by Rs5,500, as discussions continue over economic reforms and the upcoming federal budget. According to official sources, the IMF has recommended raising the quarterly BISP stipend from Rs14,500 to Rs20,000 to provide greater financial relief to low-income households […]