Islamabad, September 9, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to intensify efforts in identifying tax evaders by fully utilizing its workforce and, where necessary, engaging private-sector expertise.
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Over 900 lives lost in rains and floods this year: NDMA
Islamabad, September 8, 2025 – The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has released alarming statistics on the devastating toll of this year’s monsoon season.
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Tax exemptions cost Pakistan 2.32% of GDP: report
Islamabad, September 8, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has released its latest report highlighting the scale of tax exemptions granted, according to a report issued on Monday.
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Zardari Gives Nod to Anti-Dumping Duties Law
President Asif Ali Zardari has formally given his assent to the Anti-Dumping Duties (Amendment) Bill 2025, marking a significant step in strengthening Pakistan’s trade laws.
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Pakistan’s trade deficit widens by 29% in first two months of FY26
Islamabad, September 2, 2025 – Pakistan’s trade deficit expanded sharply by 29% during the first two months (July–August) of the fiscal year 2025-26, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Tuesday.
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Pakistan’s headline inflation climbs by 3% in August 2025
Islamabad, September 1, 2025 – The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported on Monday that the country’s headline inflation, measured through the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rose by 3% year-on-year in August 2025.
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Finance ministry warns of flood impact on Pakistan economy
Islamabad, August 28, 2025 – Pakistan’s finance ministry has issued a cautionary note, warning that flood-related damages could exert additional fiscal pressures and disrupt essential food supplies in key agricultural zones.
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Aurangzeb, ADB president discuss economic reforms
Islamabad, August 27, 2025 – Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday met with Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda, reaffirming Pakistan’s strong partnership with the Bank to advance economic reforms, climate resilience, and sustainable development initiatives.
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Shehbaz Sharif vows to boost ties with Japan
Islamabad, August 27, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to strengthening diplomatic, economic, and trade ties with Japan, underscoring the government’s resolve to create a secure and business-friendly environment for foreign investors.
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Pakistan moves to frame tax policies for cryptocurrencies
Islamabad, August 26, 2025 – In a significant development, Pakistan is preparing to draft comprehensive tax policies to govern gains from trading in cryptocurrencies, marking a major step toward regulating digital assets in the country.
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