ISLAMABAD, July 11 (Alliance News): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and Pakistan Customs to harness technology, including artificial intelligence and high-tech equipment, to streamline customs operations and maximize duty collection.
Chairing a meeting in Islamabad, the PM emphasized the need to eliminate corruption, reduce unnecessary hurdles, and ensure transparency through digitization.
He directed authorities to conduct third-party audits, establish a project management unit, and resolve issues related to mis-invoicing and under-invoicing.
The meeting was informed that Pakistan Customs has achieved significant progress, with 72.4% of imports and exports cleared through the green channel and Rs240 billion in additional revenue collected through valuation controls.
The PM’s directives aim to further enhance revenue collection and strengthen economic security.
