Swift Decisions in Tax Cases Essential, Key Meeting of Judicial Policy Committee Held

Islamabad (Pakistan Khabar) A meeting of the Judicial Policy Making Committee was held in Islamabad under the chairmanship of Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, where measures to ensure timely decisions in tax cases and improve judicial performance were discussed. The meeting was attended by Supreme Court Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Task Force Shad Muhammad Khan, and the Chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue, while nominated judges of the High Courts participated via video link. On the occasion, the Chief Justice stated that the effective and timely resolution of tax disputes is essential for strengthening public trust and improving governance. During the meeting, Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb briefed the forum on his recent judgment, highlighting procedural hurdles in tax cases and presenting reform proposals. The meeting also emphasized enhancing institutional coordination and making the system more efficient.