Islamabad, April 12, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially issued a Statutory Regulatory Order (SRO) granting tax exemption on income earned by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and its officials from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, held in Pakistan.
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China Raises Customs Tariffs to 125% on U.S. Goods
BEIJING, China, April 11, 2025 – In a strong response to escalating trade tensions, China announced on Friday that it will increase additional customs tariffs on a wide range of U.S. imports to a staggering 125%, effective Saturday.
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FBR Issues Procedure for Integration into Digital Invoicing System
Islamabad, April 11, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has officially released a comprehensive procedure to facilitate the integration of businesses into its digital invoicing system, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance transparency and compliance in the tax ecosystem.
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IRIS Glitches Prompt KCCI to Seek PM Shehbaz’s Intervention
Karachi, April 11, 2025 – Frustrated by persistent technical failures in the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) IRIS portal, the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has formally appealed to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for immediate intervention to address the growing tax compliance crisis facing the business community.
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KCCI Suggests Tax Exemption for Properties up to Rs 10 Million
Karachi, April 11, 2025 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has proposed a significant tax reform aimed at revitalizing the real estate sector by suggesting income tax exemption on immovable properties valued up to Rs 10 million.
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Top IRS Officer Dismissed Over Fraud, Misconduct Charges
Islamabad, April 11, 2025 – A senior officer of the Inland Revenue Service (IRS), holding the position of BS-20, has been awarded the major penalty of dismissal from service following a comprehensive disciplinary process.
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Salaried Class Demands Tax Burden Ease in Budget 2025-26
Karachi, April 10, 2025 – Pakistan’s salaried class has made an urgent appeal to the federal government to ease the growing tax burden in the upcoming Budget 2025–26, highlighting the financial pressures faced by wage earners amid high inflation and stagnant salaries.
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ICMA Evaluates U.S. Tariffs’ Impact on Pakistan’s Exports
Karachi, April 10, 2025 – The Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA) has released a comprehensive report analyzing the implications of the newly imposed 29% reciprocal tariff by the United States on Pakistan’s exports, with a particular focus on the textile industry.
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KCCI Calls for Tax Reforms to Revive Real Estate Sector
Karachi, April 10, 2025 — The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has urged the government to simplify taxation policies for Pakistan’s real estate sector, aiming to restore investor confidence and stimulate economic activity ahead of the federal budget for 2025-26.
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SRB Revises Sindh Sales Tax Rules for Food Delivery Platforms
Karachi, April 9, 2025 – The Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) has announced significant amendments to the Sindh Sales Tax (SST) Special Procedure (Collection Agent) Rules, 2024, aimed specifically at food delivery platforms operating within the province.
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