OICCI hosted an impactful session on “Pakistan’s Economic Outlook & Post-Budget Reflections” on June 12, 2025. The session was moderated by Executive Director OICCI, Kashif Shafi, and featured Ali Khizar Aslam and Samiullah Tariq, who shared data-driven insights on Pakistan’s fiscal direction, macroeconomic stability, and sectoral performance.

Ali Khizar emphasized the heavy cost of stabilization, highlighting an over-taxed formal sector and unrealistic growth projections. Samiullah Tariq reflected on the government’s choice of stability over risk, noting improved inflation and current account balances but stressing weaknesses in agriculture and manufacturing.

Tax-to-GDP has improved, but at the expense of the salaried class and investment.

Growth remains fragile despite positive macro trends.

Formal sector pressures and speculative tax reliefs could undermine long-term productivity.

The session concluded with Secretary General OICCI M Abdul Aleem closing remarks, urging the business community to remain vocal. He acknowledged the government's efforts in restoring stability but expressed deep concern over the lack of support for exporters, talent, and industrial sectors. He emphasized the importance of broadening the tax base and cautioned against ignoring the informal economy.