In meeting with Bilawal, PM Shehbaz stresses effective Centre-provinces cooperation
Key takeaways
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday called for effective cooperation between the Centre and provincial governments as the government moves to secure passage of the federal budget for FY2026-27.
- The prime minister made the remarks during a meeting with Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, who has reportedly deferred his budget speech owing to concerns over certain fiscal matters.
- Bilawal would decide on the timing and content of his address after receiving a detailed briefing from party leaders, The News reported, citing sources.
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday called for effective cooperation between the Centre and provincial governments as the government moves to secure passage of the federal budget for FY2026-27.
The prime minister made the remarks during a meeting with Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, who has reportedly deferred his budget speech owing to concerns over certain fiscal matters.