Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken proactive steps to address Pakistan’s economic challenges, emphasizing the urgent need for comprehensive reforms during a recent meeting convened under his chairmanship.
The meeting, focused on the economic situation and the automation of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), saw the prime minister urging for thorough recommendations to overhaul the economic system. He stressed the importance of significant reductions in government expenditure to streamline fiscal operations.
Specifically, he directed the immediate initiation of the complete digitization and automation process of the FBR. He emphasized the adoption of the world's best practices in FBR digitization and underscored the importance of a merit-based track and trace system.
During the session, the PM highlighted the need to explore avenues for securing the best available services promptly, reflecting his commitment to expedite the digitization process.
Addressing the meeting, Sharif outlined plans for collaborative efforts between the Ministry of Interior and the armed forces to combat smuggling effectively. He pledged his personal oversight of all relevant matters, underscoring his dedication to ensuring swift and decisive action.
The directives issued by PM Shehbaz signal a proactive approach towards economic governance and underscore his commitment to implementing reforms aimed at fostering sustainable economic growth and curbing illicit activities such as smuggling.
