Pakistan, May 24 -- Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal stated that the government faces no pressure from the IMF regarding the upcoming budget. He confirmed that due to the current security situation in the region, the defense budget will see a significant increase. At the same time, the government remains committed to providing financial relief to the public amid rising economic challenges.

During a meeting with a delegation led by Amir Zamir, Secretary General of the Institution of Engineers Pakistan, Ahsan Iqbal said the IMF is satisfied with the government's economic measures and has not imposed any additional conditions on the budget. He also assured that the government will avoid any ste...