World Bank and Punjab Revenue Authority agree on digital tax systems
The World Bank and Punjab Revenue Authority agreed Monday in Lahore to introduce advanced digital systems to expand the province's tax base.
Meeting details and participants
A delegation from the World Bank met with PRA Chairman Moazzam Iqbal Sipra on Monday. The group included Regional Director Michael Roggi and Manager Sylvia Solf. They discussed modernizing Punjab's tax administration through digital lines.
Plans for data integration
Participants agreed to integrate data from different government departments to improve collection. Digital tools will help bring new businesses into the tax net. These systems aim to identify evasion and discrepancies in business records.
Roadmap development process
The PRA, World Bank, and Punjab Information Technology Board will prepare a comprehensive plan together. A practical roadmap for reforms will be developed with technical assistance. Funding support from the World Bank will aid these efforts.
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Associated Press of Pakistan
PRA, WB to introduce advanced systems to expand Punjab’s tax base
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Business Recorder
Punjab moves to modernise taxation system
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