Third Reading of 2025 Budget Passed in Parliament with Amendments

 A total of 159 members of Parliament voted in favor of the budget, while 45 parliamentarians opposed it. The vote came after the President's speech, which outlined key aspects of the budget and its significance for the country’s economic future.

The passage of the budget marks a significant step for the newly-elected National Patriotic Party (NPP) government, as it embarks on implementing its economic policies for the coming year. The amendments made to the original proposal reflect ongoing negotiations and adjustments aimed at ensuring broader support for the financial plan.

The debate and vote on the budget followed heated discussions in the weeks leading up to the Third Reading, with various factions offering their perspectives on the proposed allocations and the overall direction of the government’s fiscal policies. Despite opposition from some quarters, 

As the 2025 fiscal year begins, the government will now move forward with the implementation of key initiatives laid out in the budget, which is expected to have a significant impact on national infrastructure, education, and healthcare.