News Desk: 

Quetta – President Asif Ali Zardari has given formal approval for the appointment of Mahfooz Ali Khan as Balochistan’s non-official representative in the 11th National Finance Commission (NFC). The decision, made on the recommendation of the Balochistan government, replaces the earlier nomination, according to an announcement from the President’s Secretariat.

The 11th NFC was constituted on August 22, 2025, with Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb designated as its Chairman. The commission includes the finance ministers of all four provinces as ex-officio members, along with one nominated expert from each province.

Established under Article 160 of the Constitution of Pakistan, the NFC plays a crucial role in determining how financial resources, grants, and debt responsibilities are shared between the federation and the provinces.

The inaugural meeting of the commission, originally set for August 29, has been postponed due to the devastating floods currently affecting several parts of the country.

President Zardari emphasized that equitable and transparent distribution of resources between the centre and provinces is not just a constitutional requirement but also vital for strengthening national harmony and economic stability.

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