Pakistan, Aug. 20 -- The government is considering imposing income tax on farmers to meet International Monetary Fund demands. Officials are preparing an alternative plan with the provinces to achieve agricultural tax collection targets. The move aims to address concerns linked to Pakistan's IMF programme. Sources said the government wants provinces to play a key role in implementing the plan. Officials are also reviewing ways to improve agricultural tax compliance.

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