PR No. 248
Finance Minister Chairs Steering Committee Meeting on Pakistan Raises Revenue Program (PRRP)
Islamabad: August 26, 2024

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb chaired the Steering Committee Meeting on the Pakistan Raises Revenue Program (PRRP) at the Finance Division today. The meeting was attended by the Minister of State for Finance & Revenue Mr. Ali Parvez Malik, Chairman FBR, Secretary EAD, Secretary PD&SI, Secretary Maritime Affairs, Ms. Tania Airdus CEO Waseela, Mr. Salman Nasir CEO Ayesha Spinning Mills Ltd., Mr. Kamran Khalid Chief Product Officer Netsol Technologies, senior officers from concerned ministries and FBR, and key stakeholders from the private sector and relevant agencies. The meeting focused on strategies to enhance Pakistan's revenue generation capacity. During the meeting, participants discussed various initiatives and reforms aimed at broadening the tax base, improving tax compliance, and reducing revenue leakages. The committee explored innovative approaches to enhance the efficiency of tax collection mechanisms and ensure equitable distribution of the tax burden. The Steering Committee Meeting concluded with a strong consensus on the need for concerted efforts to implement the PRRP and achieve its objectives. The government will continue to engage with stakeholders and take necessary steps to ensure the successful implementation of the program.

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