FY27 budget key discussions: Zardari-led PPP delegation to meet govt’s team today

ISLAMABAD: A high-level delegation of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), led by President Asif Ali Zardari, is scheduled to meet the government’s economic team today (Sunday) to discuss key budgetary proposals and development priorities ahead of the Federal Budget 2026-27.

Sources said the meeting between PPP leaders and government representatives will focus on finalising development allocations and reviewing financial matters related to the upcoming budget.

According to sources, the federal government is seeking budgetary support of Rs1.7 trillion from the provinces to help meet its fiscal requirements for the next financial year.

The PPP delegation will comprise Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, Naveed Qamar, and Sherry Rehman. The government side will be represented by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, and other senior officials.

The Federal Budget 2026-27 is scheduled to be presented in the National Assembly on June 10. Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari held a meeting with senior PPP leaders to discuss the federal government’s demand for Rs1.7 trillion in support from the provinces.

Copyright Business Recorder, 2026