BANGKOK: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, on Thursday discussed accelerating the Pakistan Single Window e-commerce platform and improving the tracking of cross-border payments and export proceeds with the leadership of Alibaba International Digital Commerce (AIDC).
The minister also discussed cooperation on cloud infrastructure, artificial intelligence (AI) and tax administration was also reviewed, with emphasis on integrated data systems, cybersecurity and institutional capacity.
Discussions covered digital payments, a cashless economy and transparent delivery of social protection payments and targeted subsidies. The minister appreciated Alibaba’s support for SMEs, local brands and exports through Alibaba.com. He also invited proposals to rationalize e-commerce taxation, balancing fairness with broader tax participation.
The meeting was conducted on the sidelines of the World Bank Group–IMF Annual Meetings 2026.
Participation in BoFA Small Talks Symposium
Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb also participated in the Bank of America (BoFA) Small Talks Symposium today and highlighted Pakistan’s renewed international markets access and efforts to replace costly, short-term debt with longer-maturity financing.
He outlined improving external indicators, stronger foreign exchange reserves and positive net international reserves under the IMF definition. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to completing the IMF programme and sustaining policy credibility beyond it.
Discussions covered tax administration reforms, broadening the tax base, privatization and growing investor interest. The minister emphasized sustainable, export-led growth through tariff reforms, competitive inputs and targeted financing.
He also outlined measures to manage regional conflict, energy-price pressures and climate shocks while strengthening trade and investment partnerships.
