Islamabad: Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has said the Federal Budget provides relief for the salaried class, reduces taxes for the corporate sector, supports the construction industry, and offers financing for small businesses.

Speaking at the Finance Standing Committee of the National Assembly in Islamabad on Thursday, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb highlighted that no tax has been imposed on the agriculture sector.

The Minister said over 700 billion rupees have been allocated to the Benazir Income Support Programme, benefiting more than 10 million families.

The Minister further said exports will be strengthened by supporting exporters through reduced tariffs and duties on raw materials.