Reko Diq project
Coverage of Reko Diq project in the Nexus archive.
- BUDGET 2026-27: Govt slammed over provincial freeze as budget debate opens
The National Assembly began debating the 2026-27 federal budget, with opposition leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai criticizing the government's freeze on provincial development funds, while Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif defended the policy and highlighted projects in Balochistan. MQM called for stronger local governance and approval of the 28th Amendment.
- PM Shehbaz addresses NA as session to mull budget
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed the National Assembly following the proposed FY27 federal budget. Opposition Leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai criticized the government's decision to freeze provincial development allocations, citing negative impacts on health and social sectors. Shehbaz acknowledged Achakzai's points on provincial financial rights and highlighted Balochistan's shares in the Reko Diq project.