Published on, Aug. 21 -- August 21, 2025 3:03 PM

Pakistan's economy has long struggled with the challenge of an undocumented sector and money laundering. The undocumented economy operates outside the formal taxation and regulatory system, leading to revenue losses for the government and creating loopholes for corruption, tax evasion, and money laundering. According to various studies, nearly 40% of Pakistan's economy remains undocumented, weakening the tax base and fueling illegal financial flows.

To curb these issues, Pakistan has established multiple institutions such as the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Federal Investigation (FIA), Anti-Corruption Establishments (ACE), the Corporate Crime Directorate (CCD), and the Financial ...