PM Sharif Approves Modern Digital Ecosystem for FBR
Islamabad | July 29, 2025
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the establishment of a world-class digital ecosystem within the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), directing the immediate hiring of globally recognized experts to lead the transformation.
Chairing a high-level meeting to review ongoing tax reforms, the prime minister stressed the need for a robust and integrated digital system that enables real-time monitoring across the entire tax value chain. He emphasized that data collected under the new system should be leveraged for informed economic and strategic decision-making at the national level.
During the briefing, officials updated the prime minister on progress made in consolidating FBR’s data into a centralized system and the development of a modern digital infrastructure to support automated, real-time operations.
Expressing satisfaction with the current reform trajectory, Prime Minister Sharif welcomed the notable improvements in Pakistan’s tax system. He praised the rise in the number of tax filers to over 7.2 million and the historic 1.5% increase in the tax-to-GDP ratio in 2025 compared to the previous year.
He directed that clear timelines be set for the completion of digitization and modernization initiatives and emphasized the importance of aligning the tax system with international best practices. He also instructed that the FBR’s digital wing be re-established with a comprehensive action plan, including specific targets and implementation milestones.
The prime minister commended the FBR’s ongoing digitization efforts, highlighting their role in improving revenue collection and meeting fiscal targets. He urged the organization to establish a sustainable and permanent digital infrastructure to maintain progress.
In addition, Prime Minister Sharif called for stronger enforcement mechanisms to combat the informal economy and expand the documented sector. He emphasized the importance of engaging with all stakeholders—businesses, traders, and taxpayers—through consultation and incorporating their feedback into the reform agenda.
He reiterated that improving national revenue through a transparent, efficient, and fair tax system, while reducing the burden on the average citizen, remains a top priority of the government.