Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb conducted a detailed review of the Federal Board of Revenue’s ongoing digitization project, receiving updates on initiatives designed to improve real-time detection of tax evasion and identify non-filers. The meeting, convened at FBR Headquarters in Islamabad, brought together Chairman FBR Rashid Mahmood Langrial, senior officials, and project managers overseeing the modernization of Pakistan’s tax administration systems. Officials briefed the minister on key steps being undertaken to create a comprehensive, integrated digital framework that draws upon data from multiple government entities to support enforcement and revenue collection.
During the session, Chairman Langrial emphasized the Revenue Division’s commitment to leveraging automation, system integration, and enhanced software tools as part of a broader strategy to expand the tax base and improve compliance. He highlighted that collaboration between major government departments is essential for building a secure and robust data-sharing mechanism, which will allow for immediate access to critical information and enable targeted interventions against non-filers and potential tax evaders. The chairman encouraged committee members to propose practical and actionable recommendations that can accelerate the transformation of FBR operations and maximize the benefits of digital platforms.
Officials outlined ongoing efforts to modernize existing tax administration systems and deploy new automation solutions across FBR platforms. These measures include integrating taxpayer databases, enabling cross-agency verification, and strengthening analytical capabilities to identify high-risk taxpayers. The committee noted that full deployment of modern technology would not only support improved tax compliance but also foster a more formalized economy, reduce reliance on cash-based transactions, and contribute to long-term economic stability. By enhancing the accuracy and timeliness of taxpayer data, the board aims to create a transparent and accountable framework that encourages voluntary compliance while minimizing administrative bottlenecks.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb expressed his support for the FBR’s strategic approach and underlined the importance of ensuring that digital initiatives are implemented efficiently, with clear timelines for rollout across all tax administration platforms. He acknowledged that automation and data-driven processes will play a critical role in widening the tax net, boosting government revenues, and enhancing fiscal governance. The minister stressed that Pakistan’s economic growth and stability depend on modern, technologically advanced systems that can respond quickly to emerging challenges, including evasion and underreporting. He urged officials to prioritize the deployment of integrated tools that combine real-time data, predictive analytics, and secure access protocols to strengthen the overall tax ecosystem.
The meeting concluded with a commitment from all stakeholders to continue collaborating on the digitization roadmap, ensuring that FBR’s modernization programs remain aligned with national economic objectives. By expanding the use of digital tools and inter-agency data sharing, Pakistan is positioning its tax administration to operate more efficiently, improve revenue mobilization, and support the transition toward a formalized economy capable of sustaining long-term development.
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