PM aide says Pakistan’s future borrowing will be limited to repaying old debt

Insists audit will ensure transparency, provide access to credible data

Fertiliser manufacturers want taxes withdrawn, while IMF seeks end to concessions

Finance ministry proposes 31% increase in tax collection to revive IMF programme

Committee set up to review budget proposal as taxes cause losses to firms

Highlights adverse implications of taxation and monetary policies

Aid aimed at procuring health equipment, disbursing cash assistance among needy women

Trade deficit contracts 19% to $2.1b as lockdown disrupts international trade

Can propose increase in exemption limit to Rs100,000 worth of purchases

PAEC has not yet given consent on reducing profitability on investment