Third Reading of 2026 Budget Passed in Parliament With 157-Vote Majority
According to the Division, 158 MPs voted in favour of the 2026 Budget, while only one MP voted against it. Two Members of Parliament abstained from the final vote.
The decisive vote on the Appropriation Bill commenced at 7.30 p.m. today (05), officially concluding the Budget process for the year 2026.
The passage of the budget marks a significant milestone for the government, clearing the way for the implementation of proposed financial policies and expenditure plans for the upcoming year.