Shamshad Akhtar shares progress on the Standby Arrangement and briefs IMF on fiscal measures being taken by the government to improve economic situation
All ministries/ divisions and entities share required data with the Finance Division for onward submission to the IMF, before the first review formally starts
Key measures include revenue enhancement strategies including tax revisions in sectors such as retail, agriculture, and real estate, alongside a wealth tax on movable assets, as deemed appropriate