Pakistan's government has approved allowing foreign fuel suppliers to establish bonded storage facilities for imported petroleum products, aiming to prevent supply disruptions following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan's government fuel expenses surged by 39% to Rs22 billion in fiscal year 2025, exceeding the budget by Rs6 billion and violating the car monetization policy.
Pakistan's government is seriously considering proposals for new administrative units, which could include bringing Karachi and Gwadar under federal control and splitting provinces like Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This discussion is seen as a potential precursor to the 28th Constitutional Amendment.
Pakistan's government is facing a 'pension time bomb,' with up to 87% of its Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) budget being spent on retired staff, prompting calls for private fund solutions.
Despite ongoing austerity measures, Pakistan's government has approved a Rs1.8 billion allowance for bureaucrats, marking the second special perk in four years.
Pakistan's government is planning an annual evaluation system for judges, with Azam Tarar stating that a Judges Evaluation Committee will review the performance of judges at the end of each year.
Pakistan's government is offering lucrative 18-20 percent returns and investment freedom to attract buyers for the privatization of three key electricity distribution companies.
Pakistan's government is actively pursuing efforts for the release of 10 Pakistani citizens held hostage in Somalia, with its mission in Djibouti closely monitoring developments and coordinating actions.
Pakistan's government has introduced a comprehensive package of tax and tariff reforms in its new budget, including reduced income tax rates for salaried individuals earning between Rs2.2m and Rs7m annually and a higher 35% slab threshold.
Pakistan's government debt has surged to Rs58 trillion, with floating debt increasing to Rs10.56 trillion. This rise is attributed to short-term borrowing undertaken to meet fiscal shortfalls.
Pakistan's government spending choices for the 2026-27 budget are being scrutinized for allegedly penalizing green technology and sidelining climate adaptation efforts, contradicting its own climate pledges.
Pakistan's government is considering linking its Naya Pakistan Certificates and sovereign bonds to a regulated blockchain using Digitally Native Notes (DNNs) to facilitate swift settlement for retail investors, especially overseas Pakistanis.
Pakistan's government is working to decrease its dependence on imported fuel for power generation and rationalise electricity costs for consumers, according to an official.
Pakistan's government has spent only 41.5% of its development budget in the first nine months, with the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) already cut to fund fuel subsidies. In contrast, parliamentarians' schemes show 70% utilization in just four months.
Pakistan's government is developing a new power tariff structure for industrial consumers, aiming to encourage daytime operations and reduce peak evening consumption, and is seeking World Bank support for the initiative.
Pakistan's government has introduced a hybrid plan to address the ongoing power crisis, which includes expected daily load-shedding of two to three hours and tariff hikes, as LNG and gas supplies to the power sector are set to drop sharply.
Pakistan's government has finalized a mobile application-based fuel quota system for motorcycles and rickshaws, potentially including up to 800cc vehicles, to provide targeted subsidies and reduce oil consumption.
Pakistan's government is urging the public to conserve petrol and diesel, with more fuel-saving measures likely, to mitigate potential disruptions in fuel availability stemming from the unstable Middle East situation.
An article discusses Pakistan's hybrid government's focus on altering the country’s constitutionally mandated provincial structure and multiplying administrative units, with establishment apologists rolling out disingenuous arguments.
Pakistan's government is seeking assistance from Egypt to enhance its cotton yield, with both nations agreeing to strengthen cooperation in agriculture and food security.
Pakistan's government has surpassed its primary surplus target set by the IMF, recording a Rs3.63 trillion surplus and narrowing the federal deficit to Rs4.8 trillion.
Pakistan's government is contemplating the reintroduction of a targeted fuel subsidy program if tensions in the Gulf region persist. The petroleum minister defended the current daily pricing mechanism, while a Senate panel requested a proposal from Ogra to address dealers' concerns.
Pakistan's government has met its inflation target, with average inflation reaching 7.1% in FY26, which is lower than the 7.5% target, though consumers continue to face hardships.
Pakistan's government assured the PTI that it would discuss with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) the extension of tax exemptions for the merged districts of the erstwhile Fata and Pata regions.
Pakistan's government has presented its budget, with ministers appearing confident and eager to answer questions, noting that the petrol levy had not been increased.
Pakistan's government has approved a Rs3.67 trillion development plan, but the development outlay (PSDP) has been cut despite reported GDP growth. Debt, defense, and administration expenses are crowding out development spending.
Political consensus is emerging in Pakistan as the central government and provinces plan to reduce development spending to fund strategic initiatives, including a potential Rs3 trillion for defense and Rs50 billion relief for salaried individuals.
Pakistan's government has outlined a target of 4% economic growth for the next fiscal year, signaling its projections for the nation's financial performance.
An opinion piece critiques Pakistan's government, highlighting its ability to achieve feats like building fighter jets and brokering peace deals, yet failing to prevent its Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) officials from mistreating citizens.
Pakistan's government is caught in a sovereign debt trap, increasingly borrowing funds primarily to service interest payments on existing loans rather than investing in infrastructure or human capital development. This situation challenges the illusion of fiscal stabilization.
Pakistan's government is seeking a $1 billion climate loan from the Asian Development Bank, while the CDWP has deferred a $40 million World Bank project due to exorbitant rates for furniture and laptops.
Pakistan's government is finalizing a plan to manage rising summer electricity demand through scheduled outages, compulsory conservation measures, and increased tariffs, as the country faces a deepening fuel shortage.
Amid an ongoing energy crisis, Pakistan's government is planning to implement an app-based fuel subsidy program for low-income users, utilizing a quota system with digital vouchers and QR-based monitoring for two- and three-wheelers.
Pakistan's government is proposing an optional multi-tariff system for industries, with the power division set to consult stakeholders on the Time-of-Use (ToU) pricing model aimed at improving efficiency and reducing costs.
Pakistan's government has initiated its 5G spectrum auction, with three telecommunication firms participating in the first round, which is scheduled to last 60 minutes.
Pakistan's government is planning to provide terminals to facilitate stranded ships and rescue 50,000 containers for importers and exporters. Additionally, the CDWP has cleared projects worth Rs15 billion, with four larger projects referred to ECNEC for approval.
Deadly protests in Kashmir, resulting in dozens killed, are posing a significant challenge to Pakistan's government. This marks the worst violence in the region in decades, escalating tensions.
Pakistan's government has announced a monsoon preparedness plan, with the climate minister urging better disaster management, as recent rains since June 26 have already resulted in at least 107 deaths and 297 injuries.
Pakistan's government debt has increased to Rs82 trillion, amidst a vacant DG debt office position and the Auditor General of Pakistan flagging a Rs1.83 trillion budget anomaly.
An analysis from Islamabad discusses the prevalent question and speculation regarding the stability and longevity of the current government in Pakistan.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb stated that Pakistan's government is mindful of external and geopolitical risks in its economic planning, including potential 'second-order impacts' from prolonged regional issues, during a meeting with a UK MP.
Pakistan's government has presented its budget for fiscal year 2026-27, aiming to balance public relief measures with the strict conditions set by the International Monetary Fund. The budget includes a significant development kitty with CPEC 2.0 as a key project.
Pakistan's government is reportedly planning to lower income tax for some salaried individuals while introducing new tax measures to generate an additional Rs660bn to Rs700bn.
Pakistan's government has approved a plan in principle to introduce a centralized digital tax operation model, aiming to curb collusion and harassment by field officers who will lose powers to issue notices and conduct audits.
Pakistan's government announced plans to issue a commemorative coin. This coin will mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China.
Pakistan's government announced modest increases in gross domestic product (GDP) and per capita income in dollar terms, signaling a recovery in the country's overall economic output compared to the previous year.
Pakistan's government is considering diverting natural gas from households, CNG, and fertilizer sectors to the power sector to address an LNG shortfall, warning of sharp tariff increases or massive loadshedding if additional gas is not redirected.
Pakistan's government has digitally disbursed Rs1.2 billion to over 32,000 beneficiaries, including operators of buses, trucks, and delivery vans, as part of the PM Fuel Package 2026.
Pakistan's government is mulling a Rs31 billion expenditure to build strategic wheat reserves, a proposal approved by the ECC amid the regional situation.
Pakistan's government is proposing a mobile app-based fuel quota system to provide targeted subsidies for low-income users of two- and three-wheelers, aiming to protect them from surging oil prices.
Pakistan's government, led by Rana Sanaullah, is actively working to reduce tensions in the Middle East by promoting rapprochement between Saudi Arabia and Iran, aiming to foster peace and unity in the Muslim world.
Despite repeated claims of austerity and restructuring, Pakistan's federal government has failed to discipline its spending, with non-development expenditures continuing to rise.