FBR making efforts to broaden tax base: Aurangzeb

Islamabad: A delegation of Pakistan Business Council led by its Chairman Shabbir Diwan called on Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb at Finance Division on Monday (today).

Minister of State for Finance and Revenue Ali Pervez Malik, Chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue Malik Amjed Zubair Tiwana also attended the meeting.

The delegation appreciated the ongoing efforts of government and discussed the Federal Budget 2024-25 with the Finance Minister. They also presented specific suggestions and tax proposals for consideration.

The Finance Minister acknowledged and thanked the Pakistan Business Council for its insights.  He assured that their recommendations presented by the Council will be considered in the finalization of the budget to whatever extent possible.

The Minister also highlighted the FBR's ongoing efforts aimed at broadening the tax base and bringing retailers in tax net.

He assured that decisions would be made through mutual consultation to ensure favorable outcomes for both the public and the business community.