The Federal Tax Ombudsman has directed the FBR to launch legal action against cybercriminals and beneficiaries involved in fraudulent sales tax filings using fake and flying invoices, citing serious weaknesses in data security and internal controls.
In Pakistan, employers deduct income tax from salaries before payment under Section 149 of the Income Tax Ordinance. This system ensures regular tax collection, minimizes evasion, and helps employees manage their annual tax obligations efficiently.
Pakistan and Bangladesh have agreed to enhance trade facilitation and deepen tax cooperation as officials from both countries begin talks to update the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement and expand economic ties.
The Federal Tax Ombudsman has shut down regional offices in Mianwali, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Sukkur and Abbottabad, while removing several advisors and merging certain operations, according to an official notification.
With stricter enforcement expected in tax year 2026, the Federal Board of Revenue may recover outstanding taxes not only from defaulters but also from individuals, businesses and institutions holding money on their behalf, under Section 140 of the Income Tax Ordinance.
The Pakistan Medical Association has strongly opposed the Federal Board of Revenue’s decision to engage 2,000 private auditors, warning that continued “harassment” of doctors could trigger a countrywide shutdown of private healthcare facilities.
A 12% month-on-month drop in November textile exports dragged Pakistan’s export growth to 2.73% for July–November FY26, despite moderate gains in knitwear, bedwear and garments.
The IMF has turned down Pakistan’s proposal to abolish GST on contraceptives and sanitary pads mid-year, citing programme restrictions and revenue pressures, and advised that any tax relief be considered in the FY2026–27 budget.
The Federal Board of Revenue has launched the customs budget exercise for FY2026–27, seeking proposals from the business community and field formations on tariff rationalisation, including changes in import duties, ACDs, and regulatory duties.
The Federal Board of Revenue has initiated Digital Enforcement Stations equipped with advanced ICT, ELV, and SCADA systems to improve tax enforcement, operational transparency, and revenue compliance under the World Bank-backed PRRP.