Contrary to PTI’s promises, share of direct taxes in overall collection decreases 37%

Recommends the project for Ecnec’s approval a day before end of Supreme Court’s deadline

Finance ministry says policy measures have helped narrow the deficit, curtail imports

The five-year plan is an alternative to the three-year plan being discussed with the global lender

File in question was being prepared to determine quantum of contingent liabilities

Pakistan side failed to complete paperwork on time for mega projects

ECC puts off decision on abolishing duty, sales tax on cotton import

Proposes simplified tax regime to bring the sector under tax net

Sanctioned amount is 32% lower than previous year, which can hurt growth

Proposed five-year plan aims at 5.8% average growth during government’s term