Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed the National Assembly following the presentation of the federal budget for FY27. The session followed remarks by Opposition Leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai, who primarily focused on the country’s security challenges. Achakzai also voiced concerns over the government’s decision to freeze development funds allocated to provinces, predicting negative impacts on healthcare and social programs. Sharif indicated he would not offer a comprehensive rebuttal to the opposition’s critiques. The parliamentary session began at 11:00 AM local time and continues as of reporting. The budget’s details and further debate are expected to unfold in subsequent proceedings. The Prime Minister’s address aims to defend the government’s financial plan and address concerns raised by the opposition.