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news The Hindu 2026-05-16

Pakistan Plans Significant Defence Budget Hike Linked to IMF Deal

Pakistan is reportedly planning a defense budget increase of PKR 100 billion as part of its budget, which is linked to an IMF agreement. The IMF projects substantial growth in federal revenues for the upcoming fiscal years.

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