Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday commended the government’s economic team, particularly the Ministry of Finance, for formulating a relief-focused federal budget for the upcoming fiscal year aimed at supporting salaried individuals, the business community, and the general public, a Prime Minister’s Office news release said.
The prime minister said the government had fulfilled its commitment to provide meaningful relief to the salaried class, businesses, and ordinary citizens through the budget. He described the efforts of the economic team as commendable and appreciated their dedication in preparing a balanced financial plan under challenging economic circumstances.
“The benefits of improving economic indicators will be extended to every citizen of the country,” the prime minister said, reiterating the government’s commitment to ensuring that economic recovery translates into tangible improvements in people’s lives.
The economic team welcomed the prime minister’s appreciation and noted that, despite limited fiscal space and financial resources, the government had successfully made every possible effort to maximize public relief in the budget.
Hajj arrangement
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on Wednesday said the global recognition of Hajj 2026 arrangements, achieved through the continuous efforts of the Government of Pakistan and the Ministry of Religious Affairs, was a source of pride for the entire nation.
During a meeting with the organizers of the Ministry of Religious Affairs and winners of private Hajj 2026, he observed that service, hard work and integrity were the qualities that made nations great, the PM Office Media Wing said in a press release issued here.
During a briefing, the prime minister was apprised that the government of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia had honoured three Pakistani private Hajj organizers with the ‘Labbaytum Excellence Award’ for providing excellent facilities to the Pakistani pilgrims.Latest News, Breaking News & Top News Stories | The Express TribuneOur CorrespondentRead More