A high-level meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari has revealed important developments regarding the upcoming federal budget.
According to reports, a government delegation led by the prime minister met Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leaders at the Presidency to discuss budget matters and other national issues.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, federal ministers, and officials from the Finance Ministry. PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari led his party’s delegation during the discussions.
Upon arrival, President Asif Ali Zardari welcomed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and other members of the government team. Both sides held detailed talks on the federal budget and the broader political situation.
Sources familiar with the meeting said PPP gives support to most of the government’s proposed budget measures after extensive consultations. The discussions reportedly resulted in agreement on a majority of key financial proposals.
According to reports, PPP gives a positive response to the budget framework and has reportedly signaled support for its approval. However, a few technical matters still require further discussion.
To address remaining concerns, technical committees from both sides will continue consultations. These committees are expected to review workable solutions on unresolved points before the budget process moves forward.
The meeting also included discussion on recent political developments. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated President Zardari on the PPP’s strong performance in the Gilgit-Baltistan elections.
During the conversation, the prime minister reportedly praised Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s election campaign. He remarked that the young PPP chairman had managed a better campaign than many others.
President Zardari reportedly responded with a smile, saying that Bilawal’s performance reflected his capabilities and experience.
Sources further indicated that PPP gives importance to continued coordination with the government on economic matters. Both sides expressed a desire to maintain cooperation during the budget process.
The recent meeting is being viewed as an important step toward political consensus ahead of the federal budget announcement. Analysts believe the discussions may help reduce uncertainty surrounding the budget’s passage.
The Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir also attended the meeting. Participants reviewed the latest situation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir and exchanged views on regional developments.
With major differences reportedly resolved, PPP gives the government crucial political backing as preparations for the federal budget enter their final stage.
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