Federal Tax Ombudsman Zafar-ul-Haq Hijazi pledged to protect the rights of taxpayers and streamline complaint and appeal processes. Business leaders welcomed relief-oriented measures and recognized FTO’s role in supporting the corporate sector.
The Punjab Revenue Authority achieved Rs149.5 billion in tax revenue in the first half of FY2025-26, posting a 33% increase YoY. Strategic reforms and targeted sector compliance helped boost collections.
The Federal Board of Revenue collected Rs828 billion in Petroleum Development Levy from July to December, driven by stricter enforcement against fuel smuggling. With 1,442 illegal petrol pumps sealed across Pakistan, authorities aim to ensure compliance and further increase revenue while stabilizing the petroleum market.
FBR’s crackdown on a major illegal tobacco-processing facility in Mardan marks a strong step against illicit trade causing over Rs 400 billion in annual losses. Experts stress the need for sustained enforcement across the entire supply chain to protect national revenue and support lawful businesses.
The Federal Board of Revenue has reduced customs valuation rates for used mobile phones, cutting PTA taxes on popular models from Apple, Samsung, Google Pixel and OnePlus. The move aims to ease import costs, improve availability and support wider smartphone access in Pakistan.
The Pakistan Poultry Association has called for the withdrawal of the Rs10 FED on day-old chicks, warning that it will increase chicken prices, threaten food security, and force small and medium poultry farms out of business. Rising costs and industry challenges make the levy a serious concern for farmers and consumers alike.
The Lahore Tax Bar Association (LTBA) has alerted the Prime Minister to widespread governance failures in the FBR, highlighting arbitrary recoveries, delayed refunds, and operational flaws that risk investor confidence and economic stability.
A Senate committee has raised serious concerns over alleged under-invoicing and money laundering in solar kit imports under the Sindh Solar Energy Project, as investigations by FBR, NAB and anti-corruption bodies continue.
A Senate panel has expressed serious concern after claims that sensitive citizens’ data from NADRA, FBR and banks is being sold on the dark web for as little as Rs. 500 per person.
The Public Accounts Committee highlighted FBR lapses causing millions in losses to the national exchequer, including uncollected surcharges and additional customs duties, during the period 2010–2014.