KARACHI, April 17, 2026 —Minister of State for Finance, Bilal Azhar Kayani, will hold a series of meetings with business leaders in Karachi over the weekend to discuss key taxation issues ahead of the federal budget for 2026–27, officials said on Friday.
The two-day visit, starting April 18, will focus on gathering feedback from the business community on tax policy, compliance challenges and proposals for the upcoming budget, according to finance ministry sources.
Kayani is scheduled to meet representatives of major business bodies, including the Overseas Investors’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) and the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI). Senior tax officials, including the Chief Commissioner Inland Revenue, are expected to attend the discussions.
On April 19, the minister will also hold consultations with the Pakistan Business Council (PBC), a key industry group representing leading corporates.
In addition, a meeting with trader representatives will be held at the Regional Tax Office (RTO) Karachi, bringing together leaders from various market associations and trade groups. Senior tax officials, including the Chief Commissioner, will also participate in the session.
Officials said the consultations aim to address long-standing concerns of businesses, including tax rates, documentation requirements and enforcement measures.
The meetings come at a critical time as the government prepares its budget strategy amid ongoing economic reforms and commitments under international financial programmes.
Input from the private sector is expected to play a key role in shaping fiscal measures for the next financial year, with authorities seeking to balance revenue generation with business facilitation and economic growth.
The visit underscores the government’s efforts to engage stakeholders and build consensus on tax reforms ahead of the budget announcement.