The government has resolved to convene sessions of both the National Assembly and the Senate, with formal requests submitted to the President for approval. Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry confirmed that summaries have been forwarded to summon the two parliamentary houses.
The National Assembly session is proposed to begin at 5 pm on June 10, while the Senate is expected to meet earlier the same day at 4 pm. These sittings are scheduled in preparation for the federal budget presentation, which is likely to take place on June 12.
In a notable development, the timing of these sessions aligns with the government’s plan to hold parliamentary proceedings prior to the annual financial announcement. This arrangement will provide lawmakers the opportunity to address key legislative and fiscal issues ahead of the budget.
Further specifics regarding the agenda for both sessions will be released once the President grants approval to the submitted summaries.
Meanwhile, uncertainty continues to surround the federal budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 following the postponement of the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting. The NEC, which is the highest economic planning body in the country, is now expected to convene on Wednesday to approve federal and provincial development programs before the budget goes to parliament.
The delay in the NEC meeting stems from ongoing consultations within the government concerning fiscal priorities and development expenditures. Earlier discussions chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif did not reach a consensus on the budget framework, leading to the deferment.
Officials report that the NEC will review a development outlay of Rs4.715 trillion for FY2026-27. Additionally, a proposed Rs200 billion increase in the federal Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) is expected, raising the total to approximately Rs1.326 trillion.
