National Finance Commission (NFC) award
Coverage of National Finance Commission (NFC) award in the Nexus archive.
- Govt pins hopes on Field Marshal Munir to tackle population growth
The Pakistani federal government has turned to Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir to address uncontrolled population growth, as discussed in a Senate committee meeting led by Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal. The government is revising the National Finance Commission (NFC) formula to disincentivize population growth and has introduced tax exemptions for contraceptives to reduce birth rates.
- A budget of non-development expenditures
Balochistan's FY27 budget of Rs1.13 trillion prioritizes security and maintenance over development, sparking protests from government employees demanding higher salaries. Public dissatisfaction is widespread, with citizens criticizing the lack of allocations for socio-economic improvements. The province remains underdeveloped despite its resources, relying heavily on federal transfers.
- PPP lawmaker calls for separate South Punjab province in Senate
PPP Senator Rana Mahmoodul Hassan called for a separate South Punjab province during the Senate budget debate, citing historical and administrative reasons. He demanded an industrial zone, high court, and a share in the National Finance Commission (NFC) award for the region. Other senators from PML-N and independent groups raised issues related to economic policies, solar energy, and governance.