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Govt rules out mini-budget following IMF’s ‘productive’ visit

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has dismissed the possibility of a mini-budget following the conclusion of the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) visit to Pakistan, denying reports of additional tax measures.
The development comes after the IMF’s mission ā led by Nathan Porter ā concluded a staff visit to Pakistan from November 12 to 15.
“The discussions with the IMF were constructive and productive. Virtual negotiations with the IMF, however, are ongoing, as certain points required in-person discussions,ā Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb told Tehqiq News on Saturday.