Summary
- The federal government and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) are likely to hold budget-related negotiations tomorrow instead of today, according to sources.
- According to officials, the federal government is seeking around Rs1.7 trillion in funds from the provinces.
- Sources said the availability of these funds is considered crucial before the federal budget can be given its final shape.
The federal government and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) are likely to hold budget-related negotiations tomorrow instead of today, according to sources.
Sources said that President Asif Ali Zardari will chair a meeting with the PPP’s negotiating team tonight. The party is expected to finalize its position during the internal consultation before scheduling a meeting with the government’s representatives.
According to officials, the federal government is seeking around Rs1.7 trillion in funds from the provinces. Sources said the availability of these funds is considered crucial before the federal budget can be given its final shape.
The talks are expected to focus on fiscal matters, resource allocation, and coordination between the federal and provincial governments ahead of the announcement of the upcoming budget.
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