ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting on Tuesday to review the digitization progress of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), lauding the institution for achieving a 42% increase in tax revenue over the past decade.
FBR Lauded for Progress, But Pressure Remains
During the session, the Prime Minister praised the revenue performance and emphasized that the same pace of progress must be maintained in the new fiscal year. He warned that any form of inefficiency or institutional negligence will not be tolerated going forward.
“All departments must demonstrate full commitment and work in close coordination with the FBR to meet Pakistan’s economic goals,” he said.
Track and Trace, POS Expansion Prioritized
PM Shehbaz directed the complete implementation of the Track and Trace system across both production and distribution channels in key industries. He also stressed the importance of expanding the Point of Sale (POS) system to widen the tax net and enhance transparency.
Highlighting the government’s intention to ease tax compliance, the premier instructed officials to ensure maximum facilitation for the business community and taxpayers. “FBR officers must deal respectfully with the public, and no compromise will be accepted on the path to economic prosperity,” he added.
Budget Approval and Next Steps
The Prime Minister also congratulated stakeholders on the successful passage of the new fiscal year’s budget and reaffirmed his administration’s focus on sustained reforms in tax administration and digital governance.
The meeting marks a renewed push toward financial digitization and economic discipline, with the government aiming to strengthen revenue collection through technology-driven solutions.
