ISLAMABBAD: On the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has successfully implemented key reforms to bolster tax administration, compliance, and digital transformation under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during the past one year.
Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Rashid Mahmood Langrial said on Wednesday that over the past year, it introduced a series of ground-breaking reforms aimed at improving tax administration, enhancing compliance and driving digital transformation in the country.
These efforts span across several critical areas, including audit enhancements, Information Technology (IT) and data transformation, legal reforms, institutional strengthening and tax reforms.
The key initiatives of the FBR was the implementation of AI-driven risk identification systems to improve the efficiency and accuracy of tax audits. This initiative, alongside a new Customer Relationship Management (CRM) dashboard, enabled real-time monitoring of tax compliance.
Furthermore, targeted enforcement actions have strengthened overall compliance, ensuring that businesses adhere to tax regulations. Besides, the FBR has made significant strides in modernizing its digital infrastructure.
Among the major developments is the introduction of AI-powered customs intelligence, which has revolutionized the efficiency of customs operations. The launch of digital invoicing systems has simplified tax collection, while the nationwide expansion of the Single Sales Tax Return (SSTR) aims to streamline the tax filing process.
Additionally, Tier-3 Data Center is underway, which will enhance data security and AI-based monitoring to combat tax evasion in critical sectors. To improve transparency in legal proceedings, the FBR digitized its litigation management system (LMS), allowing for automated monitoring and real-time case tracking.
This digitization has expedited the resolution of long-standing legal cases, ensuring that the dispute resolution process is faster and more transparent.
The FBR has bolstered its institutional capacity by recruiting new auditors and tax experts to enhance enforcement. Moreover, performance-based incentives have been introduced for officers, motivating staff and encouraging higher levels of efficiency and compliance.
