Pakistan, June 13 -- Former Provincial Minister Ibrahim Hasan Murad has expressed deep concern over the lack of focus on youth in the recently announced federal budget. He stated that Pakistan's youth are its most valuable asset and their voices must be prominently reflected in national policymaking, particularly in the federal budget.

Former Minister emphasized that with nearly two-thirds of Pakistan's population comprising young people, it is critical to invest in their education, skills development, digital literacy, and employment opportunities. Without such investment, he warned, the nation risks forfeiting its bright future.

Murad said that a national budget is not merely a tool for deficit management but a blueprint for the count...