Pakistan, Jan. 27 -- The World Bank has called on Pakistan to reform its tax system and widen the tax base, saying stronger revenue is vital for economic stability and long-term development. It also urged the country to use environmental measures, such as discouraging pollution, as new ways to generate funds while protecting natural resources.

Moreover, the report warned that groundwater levels across South Asia are falling fast, with Pakistan ranking among the world's most water-scarce countries due to wasteful irrigation and poor farming methods. However, modern irrigation projects in Punjab have already saved 57 percent of water, while advanced farming techniques have boosted crop yields by 14 to 31 percent.

At the same time, the rep...