Karachi, May 15, 2025 — The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has issued a strong warning to the federal government, signaling the possibility of a nationwide protest if the newly introduced tax laws under the Tax Ordinance Amendment 2025 are not immediately withdrawn.
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Pakistan considers tax relief for tobacco sector in FY26 budget
The federal government is currently evaluating a proposal to extend significant tax relief to the tobacco sector in the forthcoming federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26. Industry representatives have reportedly submitted two key demands: the creation of a third excise duty tier with a lower rate of Rs 2,525 per 1,000 cigarette sticks, and a reduction in the current federal excise duty (FED) from Rs 5,050 to Rs 3,800 per 1,000 sticks.
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FY26 Budget: Cash on delivery online shopping may face FBR tax
As Pakistan prepares its fiscal roadmap for 2025–26, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is actively exploring new strategies to regulate and tax the booming online shopping sector.
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How to Get Registered for Pakistan Customs (WeBOC System)
If you’re planning to import or export goods through Pakistan’s borders, registering with Pakistan Customs is a critical first step. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced a web-based platform called WeBOC (Web-Based One Customs) to streamline customs clearance and ensure transparency in trade procedures.
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Pakistan’s tax system overburdens poor, hinders growth: WB
KARACHI, May 14, 2025 — The World Bank has raised serious concerns about the structure and effectiveness of Pakistan’s tax system, highlighting its limited revenue generation, economic distortions, and disproportionate impact on low-income groups.
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OICCI calls for major salary tax relief in budget 2025-26
Karachi, May 14, 2025 – The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has urged the government to provide significant tax relief to salaried individuals in the upcoming Budget 2025-26, citing growing concerns over the rising burden on one of Pakistan’s most compliant taxpayer segments.
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KTBA recommends ban on non-filer property transactions
Karachi, May 14, 2025 – The Karachi Tax Bar Association (KTBA) has put forth a significant recommendation as part of its tax proposals for the upcoming budget 2025-26: a ban on all property transactions undertaken by individuals who are not active filers of income tax returns.
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Gem and jewellery exports grind to halt amid SRO suspension
Karachi, May 14, 2025 – Pakistan’s once vibrant gem and jewellery export sector has come to an abrupt standstill following a recent and unexpected move by the federal government.
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SRB rewards tax-conscious customers with first POS prize draw
Karachi, May 14, 2025 – The Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) has successfully conducted its inaugural computerized prize ballot draw, celebrating customers who actively verified their invoices from businesses integrated with Point of Sale (POS) systems.
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Luxury Car Sales Soar, Revealing Pakistan’s Class Divide
The latest figures released by the Pakistan Auto Manufacturers Association (PAMA) have sparked renewed debate over the country’s growing economic inequality, as car sales data reveals a stark contrast in consumer behavior across income groups.
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