Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized that invincible national security is a prerequisite for any country's progress during a federal cabinet meeting. The meeting served to approve the government's third budget, which is now slated for parliamentary presentation. PM Shehbaz highlighted the need for accelerated development in water reservoirs and indigenous energy sources, such as solar and wind power. He noted that the federal government conducted extensive consultations with the four provinces to discuss funding requirements. The Prime Minister acknowledged the hardship caused by previous tax hikes necessitated by IMF requirements and national economic stabilization. He expressed gratitude to the Pakistani public for their patience amidst high inflation. While noting that inflation and policy rates had previously declined, he attributed recent fluctuations to Middle East conflicts. Ultimately, the Prime Minister expressed optimism that the new budget will further accelerate economic growth.