Aurangzeb says lower tax rate will help discourage informal fund transfers and strengthen formal channels

Finance minister says existing concessions for electric motorcycles, rickshaws and buses will remain in place

Says announcing these measures under the prime minister's directives

Says the budget aims at reducing the burden on the salaried class and promoting economic activity

Both leaders reaffirm dialogue, diplomacy only viable means to resolve conflicts, achieve lasting peace and stability

He says Pakistan will work with partners to dismantle 'twisted ideology' of hate speech

MQM important coalition partner, role in promoting economic stability, public welfare acknowledged, says PMO

Bill was passed by Senate on June 10 this year, subsequently approved by National Assembly on June 11

Total of 16 international teams from different armies participated in annual event, military's media wing says

Senior official says US expects to sign within 'next few days'; Iran says understandings reached on most issues