{"id":26355,"date":"2025-11-08T01:48:59","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T20:18:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplebooks.com\/srilanka\/?p=26355"},"modified":"2025-11-11T11:37:56","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T06:07:56","slug":"sri-lanka-budget-2026-key-tax-and-fiscal-updates-explained-by-a-tax-advisor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplebooks.com\/srilanka\/sri-lanka-budget-2026-key-tax-and-fiscal-updates","title":{"rendered":"Sri Lanka Budget 2026 \u2013 Key Tax and Fiscal Updates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"epyt-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\"  id=\"_ytid_17920\"  width=\"1080\" height=\"608\"  data-origwidth=\"1080\" data-origheight=\"608\"  data-relstop=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/stMFuHuhe10?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=0&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Economic Context and Fiscal Outlook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sri Lanka\u2019s 2026 Budget, presented by Finance Minister <strong>Anura Kumara Dissanayake<\/strong>, aims to strengthen macroeconomic stability while maintaining <strong>a deficit of 5.1% of GDP<\/strong> and targeting <strong>revenue above 15% of GDP<\/strong>.<br>Government expenditure is projected at <strong>20.5% of GDP<\/strong>, with <strong>public investment rising to 4%<\/strong>, signaling fiscal discipline under the <strong>Public Financial Management Act No. 44 of 2024<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Key fiscal goals:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maintain inflation <strong>below 5%<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce <strong>debt-to-GDP ratio to 87% by 2027<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve tax-to-GDP ratio from <strong>14.8% in 2025 to 15.4% in 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Major Tax Reforms in 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>a. VAT and SSCL Thresholds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From <strong>April 1, 2026<\/strong>, the <strong>VAT and Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL)<\/strong> registration threshold will be <strong>reduced from Rs. 60 million to Rs. 36 million<\/strong> annual turnover.<br>\ud83d\udc49 <em>Impact:<\/em> Thousands of SMEs and professionals will enter the VAT net, broadening the tax base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>b. E-Invoicing Implementation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A national <strong>API-based e-invoicing system<\/strong> will connect taxpayer ERP systems with <strong>RAMIS<\/strong>, ensuring <strong>real-time transaction recording<\/strong> through <strong>POS integration<\/strong>.<br>\ud83d\udc49 <em>This will revolutionize VAT compliance and minimize underreporting.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>c. Customs and Import Tax Changes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Customs Duty<\/strong> rates to be standardized at <strong>0%, 10%, 20%, and 30%<\/strong> under the new <strong>National Tariff Policy<\/strong> (effective April 2026).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CESS on imported fabric<\/strong> to be <strong>removed<\/strong> and <strong>VAT imposed instead<\/strong>, ensuring a level playing field for local manufacturers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Special Commodity Levy<\/strong> on <strong>coconut and palm oil<\/strong> to be replaced with <strong>VAT + SSCL<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social Security Levy on vehicles<\/strong> will be collected <strong>at the time of import\/manufacture<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>d. Modern Tax Audit Framework<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From <strong>January 2026<\/strong>, a <strong>risk-based audit selection system<\/strong> will be introduced \u2014 reducing discretion, enhancing transparency, and combating corruption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>e. Abolition of SVAT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>SVAT system<\/strong> was <strong>abolished from October 2025<\/strong>, replaced by a <strong>refund-based mechanism<\/strong>.<br>\ud83d\udc49 <em>This aligns Sri Lanka with international best practices, but refund delays must be closely monitored.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>f. Taxpayer Services and Institutional Modernization<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>new Inland Revenue Department HQ<\/strong> (Rs. 2 billion) will centralize operations and digital services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RAMIS 3.5<\/strong> upgrade to enhance automation and analytics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final Budget Position Report<\/strong> advanced to <strong>May 31<\/strong>, and <strong>Mid-Year Report<\/strong> to <strong>August 31<\/strong>, improving fiscal transparency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Incentives for Investors and SMEs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>a. Reduced Investment Thresholds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To attract SMEs, the <strong>minimum investment<\/strong> required for <strong>tax incentives<\/strong> is cut from <strong>USD 3 million to USD 250,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>b. New Loan Schemes and SME Support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rs. 25B SME Development Programme<\/strong> \u2013 concessional loans up to <strong>Rs. 50 million<\/strong> at <strong>8% interest<\/strong>, repayable over 10 years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rs. 7.7B SME Sector Development<\/strong> \u2013 supporting women-led and export-oriented enterprises.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National Credit Guarantee Institution<\/strong> established to support unsecured SME loans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>c. Startup and Innovation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u201cAgni Fund\u201d<\/strong> launched to boost Sri Lanka\u2019s <strong>startup ecosystem<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Two new IT Zones<\/strong> planned in <strong>Digana and Nuwara Eliya<\/strong> under BOI.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AI Data Centers and Digital Towers<\/strong> to enjoy <strong>five-year tax exemptions<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rs. 35.6B allocated for digital transformation<\/strong>, including <strong>Digital Identity Card (March 2026)<\/strong> and <strong>National Single Window<\/strong> for trade.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Key Social and Welfare Measures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Aswasuma<\/strong> expanded to Rs. 231 billion covering 3.1M households.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pensions &amp; gratuities:<\/strong> Rs. 565 billion allocation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Estate workers\u2019 daily wage<\/strong> raised to <strong>Rs. 1,550 + Rs. 200 incentive<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Education &amp; health investments<\/strong> exceed Rs. 1.3 trillion combined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Housing:<\/strong> 70,000 new homes + urban resettlement initiatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Implications for Businesses &amp; Taxpayers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Key Change<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Practical Impact<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>VAT<\/td><td>Threshold down to Rs. 36M<\/td><td>More businesses must register<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SVAT<\/td><td>Abolished<\/td><td>Refund-based system for exporters<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>E-Invoicing<\/td><td>API-linked with POS<\/td><td>Real-time monitoring, less evasion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Customs<\/td><td>Simplified duty structure<\/td><td>Predictability for importers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tax Audits<\/td><td>Risk-based framework<\/td><td>Reduced harassment, data-driven checks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SMEs<\/td><td>Concessionary loan schemes<\/td><td>Easier access to finance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Digitalization<\/td><td>RAMIS 3.5, e-payments, e-procurement<\/td><td>Streamlined compliance<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Fiscal Discipline and Transparency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the <strong>Public Financial Management Act (2024)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Primary expenditure capped at <strong>13% of GDP<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Annual budget reserve limited to <strong>2% of expenditure<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regular publication of fiscal position reports ensures <strong>transparency and accountability<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consult a Tax Expert Today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t miss the opportunity to reduce your tax liability through effective planning. Maximize your tax efficiency with expert guidance \u2013 Book a free consultation now!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need corporate tax computation and return submission or would like to review some effective corporate tax planning strategies, you can get the service today. We will help you get your company tax-compliant according to Sri Lanka\u2019s laws and maximize its tax efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need help with managing your taxes better, visit SimpleBooks Income&nbsp;Tax&nbsp;Services.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1. Economic Context and Fiscal Outlook Sri Lanka\u2019s 2026 Budget, presented by Finance Minister Anura Kumara Dissanayake, aims to strengthen macroeconomic stability while maintaining a deficit of 5.1% of GDP and targeting revenue above 15% of GDP.Government expenditure is projected at 20.5% of GDP, with public investment rising to 4%, signaling fiscal discipline under the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":26357,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Economic Context and Fiscal Outlook<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Sri Lanka\u2019s 2026 Budget, presented by Finance Minister Anura Kumara Dissanayake, aims to strengthen macroeconomic stability while maintaining a deficit of 5.1% of GDP and targeting revenue above 15% of GDP.<br>Government expenditure is projected at 20.5% of GDP, with public investment rising to 4%, signaling fiscal discipline under the Public Financial Management Act No. 44 of 2024.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Key fiscal goals:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Maintain inflation <strong>below 5%<\/strong><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Reduce <strong>debt-to-GDP ratio to 87% by 2027<\/strong><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Improve tax-to-GDP ratio from <strong>14.8% in 2025 to 15.4% in 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Major Tax Reforms in 2026<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":6} -->\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">a. VAT and SSCL Thresholds<\/h6>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From April 1, 2026, the VAT and Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) registration threshold will be reduced from Rs. 60 million to Rs. 36 million annual turnover.<br>\ud83d\udc49 Impact: Thousands of SMEs and professionals will enter the VAT net, broadening the tax base.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":6} -->\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">b. E-Invoicing Implementation<\/h6>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A national API-based e-invoicing system will connect taxpayer ERP systems with RAMIS, ensuring real-time transaction recording through POS integration.<br>\ud83d\udc49 This will revolutionize VAT compliance and minimize underreporting.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":6} -->\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">c. Customs and Import Tax Changes<\/h6>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Customs Duty<\/strong> rates to be standardized at <strong>0%, 10%, 20%, and 30%<\/strong> under the new <strong>National Tariff Policy<\/strong> (effective April 2026).<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>CESS on imported fabric<\/strong> to be <strong>removed<\/strong> and <strong>VAT imposed instead<\/strong>, ensuring a level playing field for local manufacturers.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Special Commodity Levy<\/strong> on <strong>coconut and palm oil<\/strong> to be replaced with <strong>VAT + SSCL<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Social Security Levy on vehicles<\/strong> will be collected <strong>at the time of import\/manufacture<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":6} -->\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">d. Modern Tax Audit Framework<\/h6>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From January 2026, a risk-based audit selection system will be introduced \u2014 reducing discretion, enhancing transparency, and combating corruption.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":6} -->\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">e. Abolition of SVAT<\/h6>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The <strong>SVAT system<\/strong> was <strong>abolished from October 2025<\/strong>, replaced by a <strong>refund-based mechanism<\/strong>.<br>\ud83d\udc49 <em>This aligns Sri Lanka with international best practices, but refund delays must be closely monitored.<\/em><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":6} -->\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">f. Taxpayer Services and Institutional Modernization<\/h6>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u2022 A new Inland Revenue Department HQ (Rs. 2 billion) will centralize operations and digital services.<br>\u2022 RAMIS 3.5 upgrade to enhance automation and analytics.<br>\u2022 Final Budget Position Report advanced to May 31, and Mid-Year Report to August 31, improving fiscal transparency.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Incentives for Investors and SMEs<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":6} -->\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">a. Reduced Investment Thresholds<\/h6>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To attract SMEs, the <strong>minimum investment<\/strong> required for <strong>tax incentives<\/strong> is cut from <strong>USD 3 million to USD 250,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":6} -->\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">b. New Loan Schemes and SME Support<\/h6>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Rs. 25B SME Development Programme<\/strong> \u2013 concessional loans up to <strong>Rs. 50 million<\/strong> at <strong>8% interest<\/strong>, repayable over 10 years.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Rs. 7.7B SME Sector Development<\/strong> \u2013 supporting women-led and export-oriented enterprises.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>National Credit Guarantee Institution<\/strong> established to support unsecured SME loans.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":6} -->\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">c. Startup and Innovation<\/h6>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>\u201cAgni Fund\u201d<\/strong> launched to boost Sri Lanka\u2019s <strong>startup ecosystem<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Two new IT Zones<\/strong> planned in <strong>Digana and Nuwara Eliya<\/strong> under BOI.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>AI Data Centers and Digital Towers<\/strong> to enjoy <strong>five-year tax exemptions<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Rs. 35.6B allocated for digital transformation<\/strong>, including <strong>Digital Identity Card (March 2026)<\/strong> and <strong>National Single Window<\/strong> for trade.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Social and Welfare Measures<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Aswasuma<\/strong> expanded to Rs. 231 billion covering 3.1M households.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Pensions &amp; gratuities:<\/strong> Rs. 565 billion allocation.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Estate workers\u2019 daily wage<\/strong> raised to <strong>Rs. 1,550 + Rs. 200 incentive<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Education &amp; health investments<\/strong> exceed Rs. 1.3 trillion combined.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li><strong>Housing:<\/strong> 70,000 new homes + urban resettlement initiatives.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Implications for Businesses &amp; Taxpayers<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:table -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Key Change<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Practical Impact<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>VAT<\/td><td>Threshold down to Rs. 36M<\/td><td>More businesses must register<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SVAT<\/td><td>Abolished<\/td><td>Refund-based system for exporters<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>E-Invoicing<\/td><td>API-linked with POS<\/td><td>Real-time monitoring, less evasion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Customs<\/td><td>Simplified duty structure<\/td><td>Predictability for importers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tax Audits<\/td><td>Risk-based framework<\/td><td>Reduced harassment, data-driven checks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SMEs<\/td><td>Concessionary loan schemes<\/td><td>Easier access to finance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Digitalization<\/td><td>RAMIS 3.5, e-payments, e-procurement<\/td><td>Streamlined compliance<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fiscal Discipline and Transparency<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Under the <strong>Public Financial Management Act (2024)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Primary expenditure capped at <strong>13% of GDP<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Annual budget reserve limited to <strong>2% of expenditure<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Regular publication of fiscal position reports ensures <strong>transparency and accountability<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":6} -->\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. 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