Govt’s steps aimed at supporting sustainable growth highlighted

KARACHI: IBA hosted a seminar on the Federal Budget 2026–27, bringing together leading economists, policymakers, and public finance experts to discuss the budget’s implications for Pakistan’s economy, fiscal reforms, taxation, trade, and investment.

The session commenced with a welcome note by Dr. Lubna Naz, Director, Center for Business & Economic Research (CBER) at IBA, who emphasized the importance of sustained policy dialogue and collaboration between academia and policymakers. Dr. S Akbar Zaidi, Executive Director, IBA Karachi, delivered the welcome address, highlighting the institution’s role in fostering informed discussions on critical national economic issues and encouraging greater student engagement in public policy debates.

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