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President Zardari assents to Finance Bill 2026, finalising federal budget
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UrduPoint
· Jun 26, 2026
President Zardari assents to Finance Bill 2026
President Zardari assents to Finance Bill 2026
Bloomberg
· Jul 3, 2026
France’s Lescure Wants 2027 Budget That Brings Deficit Below 5%
French Finance Minister Roland Lescure said he will push for a finance bill for next year that brings a further improvement in public finances, and expects parliament “most likely” will allow a budget to pass.
The Malaysian Insight
· Oct 18, 2024
Key highlights of Budget 2025
PRIME Minister Anwar Ibrahim today tabled his unity government’s Budget 2025 in the Dewan Rakyat, allocating a record RM421 billion for next year’s federal spending plan, a 3.3 increase from the sum spent this year. Anwar, who also serves as finance minister, said Budget 2025 aims to further boost economic growth while ensuring justice for the people. It is the third budget from his government and the final one in the 12th Malaysia Plan (2021-2025).
Business Today
· Jul 6, 2026
War pause eases pressure on FY27 fiscal deficit target as govt sees improving outlook
The latest fiscal accounts nevertheless reflect the impact of front-loaded government spending.
The Tribune 242
· Jun 25, 2026
FNM Senator: Where’s the ‘Ministry of Debt’?
An Opposition senator, yesterday argued that the Government should formally recognise its largest financial burden by establishing a “Ministry of Debt”, adding that the 2026-2027 Budget prioritises balancing the books over delivering effective results that improve Bahamian lives.
Malay Mail
· Jul 10, 2026
MOF: Federal statutory debt expected to stay under 65pc of GDP in 2026 amid cost‑control measures
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — The federal government’s statutory debt level, after taking into account borrowing r...
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Related coverage for "President Zardari assents to Finance Bill 2026, finalising federal budget": UrduPoint — President Zardari assents to Finance Bill 2026. Bloomberg — France’s Lescure Wants 2027 Budget That Brings Deficit Below 5%. The Malaysian Insight — Key highlights of Budget 2025. Business Today — War pause eases pressure on FY27 fiscal deficit target as govt sees improving outlook. The Tribune 242 — FNM Senator: Where’s the ‘Ministry of Debt’? . Malay Mail — MOF: Federal statutory debt expected to stay under 65pc of GDP in 2026 amid cost‑control measures