Pakistan Reforming An Inefficient And Inequitable Tax System

Pakistan’s tax-to-GDP ratio has stagnated at around 9% for a decade - one of the lowest in the world. This book by a former finance minister and leading economists diagnoses the structural flaws and offers a actionable roadmap to achieve fiscal fairness and sustainable growth.

Pakistan: Reforming an Inefficient and Inequitable Tax System provides a rigorous, evidence‑based diagnosis of the country’s fiscal crisis. Co‑authored by Hafiz A. Pasha (former Federal Minister for Finance), Fatima Malik, and Hafsa Tanveer, the book examines the narrow tax base, over‑reliance on regressive indirect taxes, weak administration, and the inequitable burden on the formal sector.

It quantifies the tax gap, identifies revenue potential at both federal and provincial levels, and presents a detailed reform agenda. The authors propose strategic measures to broaden the tax net, improve compliance, enhance progressivity, and increase the tax‑to‑GDP ratio by up to 3 percentage points. Essential reading for policymakers, economists, and anyone committed to Pakistan’s fiscal stability and social justice.

Why We Love It:
This is not another academic treatise - it is a practical, data‑driven reform agenda written by insiders who have shaped economic policy at the highest level. We love that it moves beyond criticism to offer quantified, actionable proposals, including estimates of potential revenue gains. For students of public finance, civil servants, and concerned citizens, this book demystifies Pakistan’s tax malaise and provides a clear path toward a fairer, more efficient system. It is an indispensable tool for evidence‑based policy dialogue.

About the Authors:
Dr. Hafiz A. Pasha is Professor Emeritus at Beaconhouse National University, a former Federal Minister for Finance, and a former United Nations Assistant Secretary‑General. He holds a PhD in Economics from Stanford University. Fatima Malik is Assistant Professor of Economics at BNU. Hafsa Tanveer heads the Department of Economics at BNU. Their combined research and policy expertise make this work authoritative.

Pakistan: Reforming an Inefficient and Inequitable Tax System is available now at Kitab Markaz. We deliver across Pakistan and worldwide - so this vital roadmap for fiscal reform can reach you, wherever you are.

Format: Hardback