The National Economic Council (NEC) is set to meet on Monday, June 8, 2026, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, according to an official communication issued by the Cabinet Division.
The high-level meeting will focus on key economic planning, investment priorities, and development strategies for the upcoming fiscal years. Officials said the session will include a detailed review of the Annual Plan for FY2025–26 as well as consideration and approval of the proposed Annual Plan for FY2026–27.
A key part of the agenda will be a presentation on socio-economic indicators across all provinces, providing an overview of economic performance and development trends.
PSDP and Development Planning Under Review
The council is expected to examine the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) for FY2025–26 and evaluate proposed investment allocations for FY2026–27. Adjustments made during the current fiscal year through official approvals and revisions will also be reviewed.
Provincial governments are scheduled to present updates on their respective Annual Development Plans (ADPs), with Chief Secretaries from all provinces participating in the meeting.
Progress Review of Development Projects
The agenda also includes a comprehensive review of the Central Development Working Party (CDWP) activities from April 2025 to March 2026. This will cover development schemes approved by both the CDWP and the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) during the period.
In addition, a monitoring and evaluation report on major ongoing development projects will be presented to assess implementation progress and performance outcomes.
Opening Briefing
The Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, in his capacity as Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission, will deliver the opening briefing to the council, outlining key agenda points and policy directions for discussion.
The meeting is expected to play a significant role in shaping Pakistan’s economic planning framework and development priorities for the coming fiscal years.
