Islamabad: The Senate is continuing discussion on the budget for the next financial year. Participating in the discussion, Mohammad Abdul Qadir expressed satisfaction over the economic indicators. He however emphasized the need for enhancing exports.

According to Radio Pakistan, Abid Sher Ali highlighted the significant role played by the civilian and military leadership in bringing stability to Pakistan. Azam Swati emphasized that special measures are required to stabilize the economy, stating that the benefits of a strong economy will ultimately reach the common man. Abdul Wasay advocated for more allocations in the budget for water and road-related infrastructure.

Poonjo Bheel stressed the importance of focusing on the industrial sector to generate job opportunities for the youth. Hamid Khan criticized the budget for lacking provisions for the poor and warned it would further widen economic inequality. Agha Shahzaib Durrani commended the government for effectively managing petroleum supplies during the US-Iran tensions and expressed hope for a significant decrease in petroleum product prices following a US-Iran peace agreement.

Saifullah Abro called for unity to steer the country in the right economic direction and to free it from external loans. Dost Ali Jeesar emphasized the need for greater focus on power generation to curb loadshedding and suggested that the FBR should set achievable tax targets. Kamil Ali Agha appreciated the increase in the defence budget and urged the government to take measures to facilitate the poor segments of society.

Fawzia Arshad called for more development projects in the Islamabad Capital Territory to meet the civic needs of the residents of the federal capital. Rana Mahmood-ul-Hassan proposed allocating additional funds for the security forces to eliminate terrorism from the country. The House will now meet again tomorrow at 12:30 p.m.