Government shifts from stabilization to expansion with tax cuts, digital reforms, and investment-driven economic strategy
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Budget 2026-27: Pakistan Targets 4% GDP Growth with Rs3.675 Trillion Development Plan
Government projects $3.8 billion current account surplus, stronger exports, higher remittances and increased investment in FY27
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Pakistan Raises Salaries, Pensions and Minimum Wage in Budget 2026–27
Government announces 7% pay hike and higher minimum wage to support workers
ISLAMABAD, June 12, 2026 — Pakistan raises salaries, pensions and minimum wage in Budget 2026–27, announcing relief measures for government employees and low-income workers amid rising living costs.
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Pakistan Extends CKD Kit Tax Exemption for Electric Vehicles Until 2027
Government moves to support EV manufacturing and control production costs
ISLAMABAD, June 12, 2026 — Pakistan extends CKD kit tax exemption for electric vehicles until June 30, 2027 under the Budget 2026–27, in a move aimed at supporting local EV assembly and maintaining investment momentum in the sector.
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Government allocates Rs311.8 million for Petroleum Division under Budget 2026–27
Funding to support satellite-based mineral exploration and resource mapping
ISLAMABAD, June 12, 2026 — Government allocates Rs311.8 million for the Petroleum Division under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) in Budget 2026–27, according to official documents released on Friday.
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SPI weekly inflation surges over 15% YoY basis
Pakistan Bureau of Statistics data reveals essential commodity prices continue to rise, driven by sharp spikes in onions, fuel, and utility costs.
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Poverty rises fastest in Punjab: Economic Survey 2025-26
Despite Balochistan recording the highest poverty incidence, Punjab witnessed the sharpest increase in poverty levels between 2018-19 and 2024-25, according to the Economic Survey.
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Mining Sector Records Marginal Growth: Pakistan Economic Survey 2025-26
First expansion in four years driven by strong performance in key mineral outputs
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Pakistan Poverty Rate Rises to 28.9% Amid Economic Pressures in 2024-25
Inflation, climate shocks, and post-COVID challenges push inequality higher despite expanded social protection measures
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Pakistan Telecom Subscribers Surge to 207.2 Million in FY 2026
Broadband Growth, 5G Auction, and Digital Reforms Drive Sector Expansion
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