BUDGET 2026-27: Budget approval in final stages as grants finalised
The Pakistani National Assembly has approved 135 demands for grants for the 2026-27 fiscal year following two days of debate. Opposition members moved hundreds of cut motions, all of which were rejected, while criticizing the government's performance regarding law and order.
Why it matters
The budget approval process is critical for national governance and reflects the current political tensions and economic challenges facing Pakistan.
This image shows lawmakers sitting in the National Assembly on May 20. — Photo courtesy NA/Facebook Listen to article 1x 1.2x 1.5x comments Join our Whatsapp Channel Add Dawn as a trusted source • Lawmakers slam interior ministry for ‘poor performance’ over law and order disruptions • Opp moves 587 cut motions over two days, all rejected
The article reports on parliamentary proceedings and includes perspectives from both the government and the opposition.
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