Pakistan aims for 3.6% economic growth, focusing on tax base expansion to prevent overburdening existing taxpayers. Finance Minister Aurangzeb stresses equitable distribution of tax responsibilities.
Inflation in Pakistan has decreased to 12% annually after soaring to over 40%, fueling protests. Government optimism rises with falling inflation and recent economic improvements.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb sets a challenging tax collection target of 13 trillion rupees, 40% more than the current fiscal year. Pakistan grapples with informal economic activities impacting fiscal stability.
Ordinary Pakistanis doubt the budget will bring real change amidst rising costs. Single mother Shahnaz Akhter voices concerns over uncontrolled price hikes, expressing frustration at lack of relief for the impoverished.
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