IMF urges Pakistan to expand tax net, improve revenue collection
Key takeaways
- Sources said virtual negotiations between Pakistan and the IMF will continue in the coming days as part of preparations for the federal budget 2026–27.
- The IMF reportedly emphasized that the State Bank of Pakistan should maintain a tight monetary policy stance in order to keep inflation under control.
- According to an official statement, the discussions also reviewed progress on reforms in the energy sector, state-owned enterprises, and broader financial restructuring.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Pakistan to expand its tax base and improve tax collection as discussions continue over the country’s upcoming fiscal framework, according to officials from the Ministry of Finance.
Sources said virtual negotiations between Pakistan and the IMF will continue in the coming days as part of preparations for the federal budget 2026–27. The talks are focused on setting key fiscal targets and policy priorities for the next financial year.
The IMF reportedly emphasized that the State Bank of Pakistan should maintain a tight monetary policy stance in order to keep inflation under control.