Islamabad, May 13, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed strict action against officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) found guilty of facilitating tax evasion.
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PM Shehbaz confirms IMF approval of $1 billion tranche
Islamabad, May 9, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday confirmed that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1 billion tranche for Pakistan, marking a key milestone in the country’s efforts to stabilize its economy and restore investor confidence.
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PM Shehbaz vows major relief for citizens in budget 2025-26
Islamabad, May 9, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed the government’s commitment to providing meaningful relief to the masses in the upcoming budget for fiscal year 2025-26.
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PM Shehbaz orders swift crackdown on tax evasion, illegal trade
ISLAMABAD, May 5, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday directed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and other relevant authorities to intensify their crackdown on tax evasion, under-invoicing, and commercial irregularities, stressing the need for strict legal action against those engaged in the sale and purchase of untaxed or illegally produced goods, especially counterfeit cigarettes.
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PM Shehbaz vows nationwide expansion of digital wallets
Islamabad, April 28, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Monday that the federal government is planning to expand the use of digital wallets across Pakistan, with an integrated system that will bring provinces into a unified digital payments framework.
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PM Shehbaz issues stern warning over potential water disruption
Karachi, April 26, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued a stern warning that any attempt by India to divert or block Pakistan share of water under the Indus Waters Treaty would be met with a full-force response.
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PM Shehbaz Launches Performance System for FBR Officers
Islamabad, April 18, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday inaugurated the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)’s newly developed Performance Management System and urged tax officers to contribute with passion and dedication toward building a debt-free Pakistan.
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PM Shehbaz Revives Green Channel for Overseas Pakistanis
Islamabad, April 15, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has unveiled a comprehensive package of reforms aimed at supporting overseas Pakistanis, announcing the revival of the Green Channel and several new initiatives to streamline services, resolve legal issues, and enhance educational and professional opportunities for expatriate families.
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IRIS Glitches Prompt KCCI to Seek PM Shehbaz’s Intervention
Karachi, April 11, 2025 – Frustrated by persistent technical failures in the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) IRIS portal, the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has formally appealed to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for immediate intervention to address the growing tax compliance crisis facing the business community.
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PM Shehbaz Welcomes $2 Billion Investment by Maersk
ISLAMABAD, April 9, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed a landmark $2 billion investment from the global shipping giant AP Moller – Maersk, describing it as a transformative move for Pakistan’s maritime and trade infrastructure.
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