Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a federal cabinet meeting where he highlighted several key achievements and initiatives. He termed Pakistan's two-year term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) starting from January 1, 2025, as a significant diplomatic achievement. The prime minister also praised the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for achieving 97 percent of its December tax collection target and noted a significant contribution of Rs72 billion from Alternate Dispute Resolution measures. He highlighted the digitalization of Karachi Port's operations through a $6 million grant from the Bill Gates Foundation, which led to a 39% reduction in container processing time. Additionally, he mentioned that initiatives undertaken by federal institutions and the military had effectively curbed the illicit flow of sugar and petroleum across borders, enabling the country to export surplus sugar. The prime minister also highlighted remittance inflows, stating that Pakistan received $15 billion in the first five months of the fiscal year, which could surpass $35 billion if the trend continues, setting a national record.
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