IMF Begins Fourth Review Of Pakistan’s $7 Billion EFF Programme
The IMF has started discussions with the State Bank of Pakistan on Pakistan’s fourth $7 billion EFF review, covering inflation, monetary policy, exchange rates, fiscal reforms and economic targets.
Ahsan Iqbal Calls for Tax Reforms, Digitalization to Support Uraan Pakistan
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal says tax reforms, resource mobilization, digitalization and stronger exports are essential to achieving Uraan Pakistan’s goal of transforming Pakistan into a $1 trillion economy by 2035.
Minister Bilal Azhar Kayani Briefs Exporters on Budget Relief and Export Facilitation
Minister Bilal Azhar Kayani met Pakistan’s major trade bodies in Karachi to discuss budget tax relief, Export Facilitation Committees and measures to support exporters.
Govt Plans Three Year Defect Liability Period for Public Development Projects
The government plans to extend the Defect Liability Period for public development projects from one year to three years, with a roadmap for five years.
FBR Signals Further Tax Relief, Hints At Possible Withdrawal Of Super Tax
Federal Board of Revenue signals further tax relief for businesses, including possible withdrawal of super tax and reduction in sales tax amid concerns over costs and investment.
FBR July 2026 Revenue Reaches Rs810 Billion, Exceeds Monthly Target By Rs30 Billion
FBR collected Rs810 billion in July 2026, exceeding its monthly target by Rs30 billion as sales tax receipts rose 18 percent, although income tax collections remained below expectations.
Adviser Khurram Schehzad Outlines Macroeconomic Recovery and Structural Reforms in Lahore
Adviser Khurram Schehzad details Pakistan’s economic recovery, rising forex reserves, PIA privatization, and tax reforms at a Lahore economic seminar.
ICMA Pakistan Releases Sectoral Analysis of Finance Act 2026
ICMA Pakistan publishes a detailed sectoral analysis of the Finance Act 2026 covering agriculture, manufacturing, imports, exports, and the digital economy.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Meets IMF Leadership to Review Macroeconomic Reforms
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb discusses Extended Fund Facility progress, tax reforms, privatization, and external stability with senior IMF officials.
Pakistan Budget 2026 27 Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Unveils Export Led Growth Strategy
Pakistan Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announces massive relief for exporters, small farmers, and the salaried class alongside AI tax reforms in the FY 2026-27 post-budget briefing.