While digitalisation is imperative across all depts, it is most critical for FBR
It will generate more revenue, raise tax-to-GDP ratio
There is also a proposal to gradually increase excise duty on luxury items produced in Pakistan
Policymakers must overhaul strategy as it lacks innovation, pro-competitive forces
Pakistan needs pro-growth policies such as tax cuts, freer trade, minimal regulations
Pakistan’s national debt has shot up to almost 75% of GDP in the latest finance ministry report on the subject
Export-to-GDP ratio is among most important indicators to gauge level of development
Says GDP growth will mostly be higher for Asia-Pacific countries
If external factors remain favourable, country will be able to achieve modest growth
Reaches $397m in Dec, as imports reduced to $4.09b, remittances reached $2.38b