In May last year, I wrote about redefining taxation in the digital age — proposing that it become the fourth “T” in our national journey. A year later, that idea feels even more timely. Today, more than ever, we must move from Technology to Transparency to Trust — and ensure our systems support inclusion, resilience, and long-term growth.

Pakistan now stands at a turning point. The challenges we face — economic, social, and digital — are real. But so is the opportunity. As we navigate an increasingly unpredictable environment, we must ask: how do we build systems that improve the lives and livelihoods of our people?

The answer lies in building intelligent and inclusive digital frameworks. Whether it’s enabling a cashless economy, expanding digital access, or driving formalisation, technology is no longer a vertical — it’s the foundation of everything.

Taxation sits at the heart of this transformation. The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), which represents more than 200 of the largest foreign investors in Pakistan, has recently submitted........

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