Published on, Sept. 26 -- September 26, 2025 4:22 PM

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised serious concerns after Pakistan failed to meet its annual tax collection target. The government collected Rs11.74 trillion last fiscal year - well below the Rs12.97 trillion goal. The issue came up during the second round of economic review talks between Pakistani officials and the IMF in Islamabad.

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) blamed several factors for the shortfall. These included economic slowdown, falling inflation, and devastating floods. Officials also pointed to over Rs250 billion stuck in unresolved tax court cases. They warned the current quarter's target is also at risk unless daily tax collection reaches Rs140 billion....