Taskforce to be formed to recover unlawful wealth stashed abroad, Asad Umar

Finance Minister Asad Umar on Tuesday has said that the first decision of the new cabinet was to form a high powered task force to recover unlawful wealth stashed abroad.

In a tweet, he wrote our message to those who have stolen public money and hid it abroad is loud and clear, "We are coming for you", he added.

Meanwhile, talking to media at Karachi Airport, Finance Minister Asad Umar has said PTI will make revolutionary changes in the economy with the support of the people.

Asad told, the tax base will be increased for revenue generation by revamping the FBR.

Finance Minister said the looted wealth of the country will be brought back and people's money will be spent on people. He said all decisions will be made in parliament.

All the steps can be successful only with the cooperation of people, he further added.

Asad Umar said the newly elected government will create employment opportunities for youth as part of its election manifesto.

He said Karachi being the largest city and financial hub of the country acts as an engine of our economy, our major focus will be on Karachi to make it terror-free zone.

Finance Minister said all out resources will be used for generation of revenue. He said our immediate focus will be on giving relief to pensioners and widows.

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