# IMF finds tax system distortion in Pakistan

https://tribune.com.pk/story/2638149/the-direct-tax-illusion

The IMF highlights Pakistan's tax system flaws. Direct tax collection is misreported, mixing income tax with transaction receipts. A large portion comes via withholding and advance payments, not actual assessments.

#tax #pakistan #imf #fiscal #income

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Original source: https://tribune.com.pk/story/2638149/the-direct-tax-illusion