Tax Policy

Says fiscal policy be aligned with long-term industrial and trade policies

Defends exclusive mandate on tax policy formulation

Calls for customising IMF programmes according to needs of partners

It has been estimated that the land-owning classes have been evading taxes to the tune of over $1.2 billion a year

Shah directs revenue board to utilise resources to meet target

Finance adviser insists no segment will receive preferential treatment

Despite deliberations, govt fails to finalise national water policy in four years

Speakers call for avoiding double taxation, defining clear jurisdiction to avoid revenue conflicts

Naeem Mir said with the scheme as many as 3.5 million traders across the country would benefit and enter the system