NBR Employees Call Off Work Abstention
In the wake of an ongoing crisis surrounding reforms in the revenue sector, the platform representing revenue officers and employees—National Revenue Unity Council—has decided to suspend their work abstention following assurances from the government.
The announcement came late Sunday (May 25) after lengthy discussions between the Council and high-level government representatives.
During the talks, the government assured that the existing ordinance to dissolve the National Board of Revenue (NBR) would be amended. It was stated that by July 31, the ordinance would be revised, and the NBR would be restructured into an independent and specialized department under the Ministry of Finance.
Additionally, the government pledged to finalize the framework for separating revenue policy through discussions with relevant stakeholders.
Officials also confirmed that the “Revenue Policy and Revenue Management Ordinance 2025” would not be enforced until necessary amendments are made—effectively neutralizing the core objection raised by the protesting officials.
Leaders of the National Revenue Unity Council stated that the decision to suspend the strike was made based on the written assurances provided by the government and the progress of discussions.
They also expressed hope that a sustainable structure would be developed in consultation with all concerned parties.
