Pakistan Records Rare Rs1.5 Trillion Fiscal Surplus Despite Flood and Border Challenges
The government of Pakistan achieved a rare Rs1.5 trillion fiscal surplus in the first quarter of FY2026 despite facing flood-related damages, border closures, and inflationary pressures. The Finance Ministry credits strong non-tax revenues, improved fiscal discipline, and stable macroeconomic management for the performance.
Pakistan Achieves Fiscal Surplus through Strong Revenue Growth and Controlled Spending in FY2026
Pakistan’s fiscal indicators show significant improvement in FY2026, with a sharp rise in federal revenues, record non-tax collections, and disciplined expenditure management leading to a historic fiscal surplus.
SECP Draws Flak for Hosting Costly Registrar Conference at Malam Jabba Amid Austerity Push
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan is under fire for organizing an expensive Registrar Conference at Malam Jabba while the government calls for strict austerity, raising questions about regulatory priorities and public spending.