Pakistan pivots to geoeconomics but struggles to attract diverse FDI. While China is the top investor via CPEC, concerns over debt and limited public benefits grow. Can new policies ensure inclusive growth?
The Punjab Revenue Authority uncovers a massive tax fraud involving 1,200 businesses using fake invoices. Authorities are taking strict legal action to recover billions.
A National Assembly panel has deferred the debate on imposing a 25% tax on mobile phones. The committee seeks more data from FBR and PTA before making a decision, impacting millions of users.
IMF raises alarm over Pakistan's Rs428bn tax shortfall and PRAL's new hiring & outsourcing without a conflict of interest policy. Discover the risks to data security and FBR's governance.
IMF reveals elite capture costs Pakistan 5-6.5% of GDP yearly. With growth at 2.7%, urgent reforms in SOEs, taxation, and transparency are the only path to recovery.
Pakistan State Oil will receive nearly PKR 100 billion next week as part of government's circular debt reduction plan, easing financial pressure across energy sector.
Pakistan's large-scale manufacturing sector faces tax burden four times higher than smaller businesses, reveals FBR analysis. Discover how this impacts economic growth and government revenue.
Pakistan prepares to return to international debt markets with Eurobond issuance in 2025, ending nearly five-year pause. Government diversifies financing amid improved investor confidence.
FBR's Taxpayers' Services Wing organized a comprehensive tax awareness session at Riphah International University, Islamabad. Students learned about tax compliance, digital tools, and civic responsibility. Read more about this educational initiative!
Government commits to sweeping economic reforms including tariff rationalization, regulatory modernization and industrial revival at Pakistan Prosperity Forum 2025.
In a decisive verdict, Pakistan's Supreme Court overturns Sindh High Court decision, upholding Customs' position in major steel industry tax dispute with significant revenue implications.
Pakistan's power regulator NEPRA reveals alarming rise in capacity payments amid poor recoveries and distribution losses, potentially increasing consumer electricity tariffs.
Parliamentarians challenge government's borrowing practices, demanding constitutional ratification of all debt agreements amid growing national debt concerns.
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue extends manual income tax return deadline, providing relief to taxpayers facing technical challenges with IRIS portal.
Pakistan's government announces major privatisation drive for state-owned power plants, aiming to reduce circular debt and improve electricity supply across the nation.
The Punjab government's landmark decision to exempt immovable property from sales tax and services receives overwhelming approval from stakeholders across the province.
Rapper Offset faces massive IRS debt while navigating divorce proceedings with Cardi B. Get the inside scoop on his financial troubles and spousal support dispute.
Pakistan's Supreme Court delivers crucial verdict prohibiting cantonment boards from imposing taxes on federal government properties, settling long-standing legal dispute.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directs immediate review of high tax rates to provide relief to salaried class and businesses, signaling significant economic policy shift in Pakistan.
Former FBR chairman Shabbar Zaidi embroiled in serious tax fraud allegations as FIA registers case involving millions in undeclared income and property transactions.
Exclusive report reveals how large segments of Pakistan's informal economy continue to evade taxation, creating massive revenue shortfalls and unfair competition for registered businesses.