PBC team shares budget proposals

The Pakistan Business Council (PBC) has initiated discussions with the government, aiming to establish a robust fiscal policy framework serving long-term objectives of promoting investment, creating jobs, and supporting exports. PBC Chairman Shabbir Diwan and Vice-Chairperson Ms Zeelaf Munir, CEO Ehsan Malik, and other office-bearers met with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Commerce Minister Jam Kamal on Monday. The meeting was part of the ongoing consultation process initiated by the finance and commerce ministries ahead of formulating the federal budget 2025-26. Both ministries have sought proposals from all stakeholders. An official announcement said the PBC delegation presented a comprehensive set of proposals and recommendations for fiscal policy and the tax regime for FY26 and beyond. These proposals aim to align the country’s economic objectives and ensure sustainable growth and social development.