Pakistan is expected to consider a PKR 100 billion increase in its defence spending for the next fiscal year, according to reporting that links the decision to an IMF-backed reform programme. The projections cited by both outlets say Pakistan’s total federal revenues for 2026-27 are estimated at PKR 17.144 trillion, which is more than PKR 2 trillion higher than the current fiscal year and reflects a 13.5% year-on-year rise. On that basis, one report says the planned defence allocation would rise to about PKR 2.665 trillion. The same reporting notes that the government is pursuing additional fiscal and governance measures tied to the programme, including digitising payments and addressing corruption across institutions. The accounts do not detail whether the defence increase is final or subject to parliamentary approval, but they describe it as part of budget planning aligned with IMF-linked targets for revenues and reforms. The figures focus on the 2026-27 period and the relationship between higher expected revenues and adjustments to spending priorities, including defence.