Pakistan, Aug. 8 -- In a surprising move, the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) approved 27 development projects worth over Rs1.5 trillion during a brief two-hour meeting on Thursday. Most of these projects focus on Sindh and Balochistan, covering energy, infrastructure, education, health, and environmental initiatives. However, the rapid approvals have raised concerns about the level of scrutiny and compliance with the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) National Fiscal Pact conditions. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar chaired the meeting, emphasizing the government's commitment to inclusive growth and long-term stability.

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