The debate on federal budget 2026-27 continued in National Assembly on Monday and the lawmakers presented various perspectives on taxation, economic planning, sectoral development, and regional diplomacy. Participating in the budget debate, Member National Assembly (MNA) Latif Khosa said that the budget imposed a significant taxation burden on the public and there was a need […]
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MNAs call for relief, long-term economic stability during budget debate
The National Assembly on Sunday witnessed an extensive budget debate, with lawmakers across party lines discussing fiscal priorities, economic challenges and public relief measures, while also acknowledging government efforts amid difficult financial and security conditions. Participating in the budget debate, Pakistan People’s Party Parliamentarians (PPPP) MNA Syed Hussain Tariq said it was a positive development […]
President stresses ‘provincial rights, economic stability’ in upcoming budget
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday held a high-level meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr to discuss national security, the upcoming federal budget, the regional situation, and other matters of national importance. The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Law Minister Azam Nazeer […]
Pakistan reiterates Kashmir just settlement as key to regional stability
A senior Pakistani diplomat told the UN General Assembly that the latest Security Council’s annual report has highlighted the longstanding Kashmir and Palestine disputes which he said must be resolved resolved in accordance with the 15-member body’s own resolutions. “During the reporting period (1 January to 31 December 2025), more than twenty communications concerning the […]
Kundi discusses regional stability with Iran’s envoy
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Governor Faisal Karim Kundi on Thursday met Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam and exchanged views on regional developments, bilateral relations, and opportunities for enhanced cooperation between Pakistan and Iran. In a post on X, the governor said he emphasised the importance of peace, dialogue, and regional stability during the meeting, while the discussions […]
Pakistan emerges as key force for regional peace, stability, says PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said Pakistan had emerged as a key force for peace and stability in the region, crediting the country’s diplomatic efforts for facilitating unprecedented talks between Iran and the United States. Addressing the 6th International Paigham-e-Islam Conference here, the prime minister said the gathering at the conference reflected the unity […]
Pakistan a trusted mediator for regional stability: Sherry Rehman
Vice President Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Senator Sherry Rehman, on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s position as a credible and trusted mediator in ongoing regional tensions during an interview with Bloomberg. Senator Rehman noted that despite repeated breakdowns in dialogue and a stop-and-start negotiation process between key stakeholders, one constant feature has remained, “their trust in Pakistan”. […]
Subsidies or Stability
The call by the International Monetary Fund to remove distortions in petroleum pricing is a necessary reality for Pakistan’s economy. While the government introduced a Rs152 billion subsidy to protect people from rising fuel prices, the IMF has made it clear that such measures cannot continue for long without harming financial stability. At first, the […]
Bilawal discusses regional stability with US Congressmen
Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari met Congressman John Moolenaar of Michigan during a prayer breakfast. On the occasion, discussions were held on democracy, regional stability, and mutual cooperation. Senator Akbar Khawaja was also present at the meeting between Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and John Moolenaar. He also met Congressman Tracey Mann of Kansas. […]
Choice Between Polarisation and Stability
The Brussels-based renowned think tank, the International Crisis Group (ICG), has endorsed Pakistan’s concerns regarding the growing menace of cross-border terrorism emanating from Afghanistan. In a recent report, the think tank underscored the bitter reality that Pakistan has been the worst-hit country since the return of the Taliban to power in Kabul. Violence in Pakistan […]