Finance Ministry Rules Out Additional Tax Cuts or Salary Relief for Salaried Class
The Finance Ministry confirmed it cannot provide further relief to the salaried class due to tight fiscal constraints and ongoing IMF discussions.
FY27 Budget Outlook: IMF Commitments Narrow Pakistan’s Space for Broad Economic Relief
Pakistan’s FY27 federal budget is expected to prioritise fiscal discipline, IMF-linked reforms and revenue generation, leaving limited room for broad public relief despite improving economic indicators.
Pakistan Budget 2026-27: Government Proposes Income Tax Relief Over Salary Hikes
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb considers lowering income tax rates for the salaried class in the upcoming budget instead of raising public sector salaries and pensions.
Salaried Class Tax Contribution Hits Rs365 Billion Outpacing Elite Sectors
FBR data reveals Pakistan salaried individuals paid Rs365 billion in taxes during July-February FY26, significantly more than retailers, real estate, and exporters.