Pakistan, June 27 -- ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said the federal budget 2025-26 reflects the aspirations of the people and is a product of collaboration and national interest. He made these remarks in a meeting with senators and MNAs, a day after the National Assembly passed the Rs17.6 trillion budget with strong support from coalition partners.

The PM applauded his economic team for crafting a balanced budget under challenging conditions. He also thanked allied parties for their critical role in helping pass the Finance Bill, which includes Rs463 billion in new taxes and brings the digital economy under formal tax regulation. The budget passed with a comfortable majority.

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