August 06, 2021: Finance Minister Shaukat Tarin says fiscal consolidation efforts are on track with key focus to broaden tax base by using artificial intelligence and innovative ways for bringing more people into the tax net.

Chaired the meeting of the APEX Committee on broadening the tax base and integration of retail businesses in Islamabad on Thursday, he commended FBR over record revenue collection during the last month equal to 413 billion rupees which is 21 percent above the set target for the month. He further said the outstanding revenue collection is a reflection of government's prudent policies for sustained economic growth.

The Minister directed FBR to continue its diligent efforts for enhancing the tax collection.

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