Karachi Literature Festival Panel Highlights Structural Reforms as Key to Pakistan’s Economic Revival
Former finance ministers and leading economists at Karachi Literature Festival stress structural reforms, export growth, human development, and policy consistency as critical for Pakistan’s economic revival.
IMF Sets 11 New Structural Benchmarks for Pakistan under EFF and RSF Programs
Pakistan has been assigned 11 new structural benchmarks by the IMF under the Extended Fund Facility and Resilience and Sustainability Facility, focusing on fiscal reforms, governance, financial stability, and energy and trade sector improvements.
FBR Reconstitutes Single Portal Committee to Streamline Sales Tax Filing Process
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has restructured the Single Portal Committee to enhance the efficiency of sales tax return filings across Pakistan, creating a unified digital platform for federal and provincial taxpayers.
Pakistan Finance Minister Confirms $1.3 Billion Eurobond Payment Commitment Following $500 Million Settlement
Pakistan Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb assures successful repayment of the $1.3 billion Eurobond due in April 2026 following a $500 million settlement, citing economic reforms, strong remittances, and stable markets as key confidence drivers.
Beyond Tax Targets: PBA Urges Structural and Institutional Reforms for Sustainable Economic Growth
The Pakistan Banks Association calls for structural and institutional reforms beyond headline tax targets. Zafar Masud and Farhan Bokhari explore deeper economic constraints and policy misalignments stalling sustainable growth in Pakistan.