ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Imran Khan said promotion of industrial process and provision of all possible facilities to the business community is the top priority of the government.
While chairing a high-level meeting on the proposed budget for the next financial year in Islamabad, the Prime Minister emphasized that the next budget should also focus on reducing non-development expenditure.
Finance Advisor Dr Abdul Hafeez Sheikh outlined the revenue and expenditure for the current financial year and estimates for the next budget.
Dr Abdul Hafeez Sheikh also briefed the Prime Minister in detail on the budget priorities for the coming financial year.
The Prime Minister was also briefed on the progress made so far in reform of the FBR.
PM Imran also directed the Finance Adviser to finalize the estimates of development expenditure in consultation with the provinces
Imran Khan said upcoming budget should be focused on revival and development of corona-affected industrial sector, ensuring efficient and effective utilization of subsidies provided by the government and reducing the burden of unnecessary government expenditure on the people.
