Fixing Pakistan’s Fiscal System Governance Projects amp Tax Insights I PIDE Conference

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PIDE RASTA Conference, the session on “Fiscal Management” brought together researchers and policy experts to examine key issues in governance, public sector management, and tax administration in Pakistan. Through case studies and empirical analysis, the panelists addressed the structural flaws and governance challenges facing Pakistan's fiscal landscape. This session was particularly relevant as it explored inefficiencies in public sector management, barriers in tax compliance, and highlighted the fiscal impact of tax expenditures. The panel provided both theoretical insights and practical policy recommendations for enhancing fiscal discipline and governance efficiency across Pakistan’s public institutions. • Presentations and Key Focus Areas: • The Governance Structure and Flaws within: A Case Study of the Ministry of Science and Technology and its Public Sector Entities • Presented by Ayezza Sattar from the Ministry of Science Technology, Islamabad, this paper highlighted the structural and operational inefficiencies within the governance framework of the Ministry of Science and Technology and its public sector entities. Using MoST as a case study, Ayezza examined issues such as bureaucratic bottlenecks, lack of strategic oversight, and poor resource allocation. The presentation emphasized the need for governance reforms, more robust accountability mechanisms, and a streamlined structure that could better support the ministry's mission of driving technological and scientific advancement. • Governing Public Sector Projects in Gilgit-Baltistan: A Multi-Stakeholder Analysis • Asadullah Khan from Karakoram International University, Gilgit, presented an analysis of public sector project governance in the region of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB). This multi-stakeholder analysis shed light on the unique governance challenges faced in managing public sector projects in this geographically remote and socioeconomically diverse area. Asadullah’s research identified key issues including limited coordination among government agencies, lack of local representation, and inadequate infrastructure. The study suggested a need for more localized governance models, capacity building for local administrations, and fostering collaboration between national and regional stakeholders to improve project outcomes and regional development. • Documentation Simplification via Tax E-Filing: Examining Barriers to Adoption and Continuance Intention of Using E-Filing by Taxpayers in Pakistan • In this presentation, Sobia Khurram from the University of the Punjab, Lahore, explored the barriers preventing taxpayers in Pakistan from adopting and continuing with the e-filing system. Her analysis revealed factors such as technical difficulties, lack of digital literacy, and concerns about data privacy as significant barriers to the widespread adoption of e-filing. Sobia proposed measures to simplify the e-filing process, increase public awareness, and improve digital accessibility. Her recommendations included targeted taxpayer education, enhanced user support services, and incentives to promote sustained use of e-filing, all aimed at improving compliance rates and reducing administrative burdens on the tax system. • Analysis of Tax Expenditures in Pakistan • Muhammad Nadeem Sarwar from FAST National University, Islamabad, presented an analysis of tax expenditures in Pakistan, shedding light on the economic impact of tax incentives, exemptions, and deductions. His findings revealed that these tax expenditures have led to significant revenue losses and have often failed to stimulate the intended economic activity. Nadeem’s policy brief recommended a comprehensive review of tax exemptions and the introduction of a cost-benefit analysis framework to evaluate the effectiveness of tax incentives. His work emphasized the need for a balanced approach to fiscal management, where tax policy reforms could enhance revenue generation without compromising economic growth. • Conclusion and Policy Recommendations: • Moderated by experts in fiscal policy, this session concluded with a robust discussion on the importance of governance reforms, efficient project management, and simplified tax processes in enhancing Pakistan’s fiscal stability. Panelists stressed the need for a proactive approach to fiscal management, incorporating transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement as core principles. The session highlighted how strategic reforms across various public sector areas could optimize resource allocation, improve project execution, and enhance taxpayer compliance, setting a foundation for sustainable fiscal management in Pakistan. • #Pakistan #Economy #FiscalManagement #Governance #Policy #Politics #Expenditure #Taxes #PIDE #Thinktank • • For Further Details Please Visit: • www.pide.org.pk • / pideofficial • / pidepk • / pideislamabad • / pidepk • / pidepk

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