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Fiscal federalism in Pakistan has evolved significantly since the 18th Constitutional Amendment in 2010, which redefined revenue-sharing mechanisms and devolved…
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The Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) serves as Pakistan’s cornerstone for infrastructure modernization and socio-economic progress, channeling billions annually into…
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Pakistan’s federal budget is more than an annual financial statement—it is a reflection of the government’s policy priorities, economic strategy,…
Read MoreUS Tariff Impact on Global Trade and Opportunities for Pakistan
The global trade landscape is undergoing a seismic shift as the United States recalibrates its tariff policies, leveraging duties as…
Read MoreState-Owned Enterprises – Current Situation and the Reforms Needed
Pakistan’s state-owned enterprises (SOEs), once envisioned as engines of economic growth and social equity, now represent a chronic fiscal liability,…
Read MoreImproving the Expenditure Management in Pakistan’s Public Sector
Pakistan’s public expenditure system, a cornerstone of its fiscal governance, remains plagued by inefficiencies that undermine economic stability and erode…
Read MoreUrgent Need for a New National Finance Commission Award in Pakistan
Pakistan’s fiscal landscape, burdened by mounting debt, inflationary pressures, and stagnant growth, is at a crossroads. At the heart of…
Read MoreTime to Provide Relief to the Salaried Class in Budget 2025-26
The salaried class in Pakistan, which has long been seen as the foundation of the formal economy, is currently facing…
Read MoreWhy Pakistan should present 2025-26 budget early?
Pakistan’s economy stands at a critical juncture, grappling with persistent inflation, external debt pressures, and the urgent need for structural…
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