Ecnec Mandates Use of Local Tiles and Lifts in Public Projects
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) has issued a directive requiring all public projects to utilize locally manufactured tiles and lifts.
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Pakistan's NEC Approves Development Package, Provinces Contribute Funding
Pakistan's National Economic Council (NEC) has met and approved a 3.2 trillion rupee development package, with provincial governments stepping in to contribute 920 billion rupees to fund the Centre.
CM Afridi Threatens NEC Boycott Over Alleged Discrimination Against K-P
Chief Minister Afridi has threatened to boycott the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting, accusing the Centre of discriminatory treatment towards Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) regarding funds and gas supply.
NEC Expected to Approve Rs1.13 Trillion Uplift Plan
The National Economic Council (NEC) is likely to approve a Rs1.13 trillion uplift plan and may consider a Rs200 billion increase in the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP).
Ecnec approves nationwide development priorities under DPM Dar’s chairmanship
Pakistan's Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) has approved several nationwide development priorities, including projects for irrigation, hospitals, flood rehabilitation, and infrastructure, under the chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister Dar.
Bangladesh PM Chairs First ECNEC Meeting of New Government
The Prime Minister of Bangladesh has chaired the first meeting of the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for the new government.
Nigerian NEC Approves N83.2 Billion for Flood and Climate Emergencies
Nigeria's National Economic Council (NEC) has approved N83.2 billion to tackle flooding and other climate-related emergencies across the country. This approval comes with a 50% reduction in the initial prevention fund budget.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Secures Gains on NFC Award and Tribal Districts' Funding
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has secured significant gains regarding the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award and funding for tribal districts during a National Economic Council (NEC) meeting. An official stated that the Prime Minister assured an update of the NFC Award within 180 days.
Pakistan's NEC to Meet on 2026-27 Uplift Budget
Pakistan's National Economic Council (NEC) is scheduled to meet today to discuss the 2026-27 uplift budget, with federal and provincial development plans potentially undergoing revisions. The federal Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) may exceed Rs1.3 trillion, while provincial Annual Development Programmes (ADPs) could face trimming.
Pakistan's NEC Set to Approve Rs1.5 Trillion PSDP
Pakistan's National Economic Council (NEC) is expected to approve a Rs1.5 trillion Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) and the annual development plan, likely chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
ECNEC Approves 14 Projects Worth Tk 13,445 Crore
Bangladesh's ECNEC (Executive Committee of the National Economic Council) has approved 14 new development projects with a total estimated cost of Tk 13,445 crore.
Icelandic National Economic Council Holds First Meeting of the Year
The National Economic Council convened its first meeting of the year to discuss the economic situation, wage developments, and government measures to facilitate long-term wage agreements in March 2024.
Pakistan's NEC Trims 2026-27 Development Budget, Punjab Most Affected
Pakistan's National Economic Council has significantly cut the development outlay for the 2026-27 budget, reducing overall plans by 25%, with Punjab province experiencing the largest impact.
Pakistan PM Addresses National Economic Council Meeting
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting, stating that the Centre and provinces made decisions in the best interest of Pakistan as the current fiscal year approaches its end.
Chinese EIZ Project in Chittagong Advances to Ecnec
A Chinese Economic Industrial Zone (EIZ) project located in Chittagong, Bangladesh, is moving forward to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) for approval.
ECNEC Approves ML-1 Design Work and Development Priorities
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved the design work for the ML-1 railway project and other development priorities across all provinces and regions, focusing on strengthening national development.
ECNEC approves five projects worth Tk 483.43 crore in Bangladesh
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved five new projects totaling Tk 483.43 crore in Bangladesh.
New York Fed Tariff Study Criticized by Former NEC Director
Former National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett has strongly criticized a New York Fed tariff study, calling it the 'worst paper I've ever seen' and suggesting its authors should be disciplined for ignoring key aspects of how duties worked.