Pakistan, April 21 -- Pakistan is preparing to present its federal budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year in the first week of June, as key economic decisions gradually take shape. The government plans to design the budget framework in line with conditions set by the International Monetary Fund while also attempting to provide limited financial relief to citizens.

Officials said the upcoming budget will follow the guidelines of the ongoing IMF programme to maintain fiscal discipline and meet commitments linked to the country's financial assistance agreement. At the same time, policymakers aim to strike a balance between economic reforms and measures that reduce financial pressure on the public.

One of the major proposals under consideration...