ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Imran Khan says the country stands at thecrossroad and everyone will have to play its role for the improvement ofnational economy.
Talking to a private TV channel tonight, he said people can avail the assetdeclaration scheme to legalize their undeclared assets.
However, he said that there will be no extension in the deadline of 30thJune.
The Prime Minister said nation and government can work together to makethis scheme successful.
Imran Khan said the country cannot move forward unless taxes are collectedand steps are being taken to increase income and reduce loans.
He said the government is implementing the austerity drive to bring downthe expenditures at the national level.
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The Prime Minister said the economy of the country has reached a criticalsituation where half of our income goes to paying the interest on loans.
He said efforts are underway to bring real reforms in the FBR.
The Prime Minister said modern technology will be introduced in the taxsystem and a helpline will also be set up for public facilitation in orderto raise confidence of people on tax authorities. He said it is the firsttime that Baynaami laws have been enacted to bring the undeclared wealthinto tax net.
