Islamabad, March 22, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) unveiled a new procedure for the registration of mobile phones, aiming to streamline the process and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
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Pakistan Tax Bar Raises Concerns Over SRO 350 of 2024
Karachi, March 22, 2024 – The Pakistan Tax Bar Association (PTBA) has voiced reservations regarding the implications of SRO 350 of 2024, recently notified by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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FBR Introduces SWAPS Rules for Digital Invoicing Enforcement
Islamabad, March 21, 2024 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken a significant step towards enhancing tax transparency and combating evasion with the introduction of rules for the Synchronized Withholding Administration and Payment System (SWAPS).
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Pakistan Registers $240 Million Increase in Weekly Forex Reserves
Karachi, March 21, 2024 – Pakistan has seen a notable surge in its foreign exchange reserves, recording a $240 million increase for the week ended March 15, 2024.
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Gold Prices Soar by Rs 4,600 to Rs 232,400 per Tola in Pakistan
Karachi, March 21, 2024 – Gold prices in Pakistan experienced a significant uptick on Thursday, reaching Rs 232,400 per tola, following a substantial increase in global gold prices.
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Foreign Direct Investment Plummets 17% in 8MFY24, Says SBP
Karachi, March 20, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Wednesday that the foreign direct investment (FDI) into the country has witnessed a significant decline of 17.1 percent during the first eight months (July – February) of the fiscal year 2023-24.
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IMF and Pakistan Reach Agreement for $1.1 Billion Tranche
Karachi, March 20, 2024 – Pakistan has reached a significant milestone in its economic partnership with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), as both parties have reached a staff-level agreement (SLA) for the second and final review under the Stand-By Arrangement (SBA).
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National Bank Loses Pension Case Against Retired Employees
Karachi, March 20, 2024 – The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) faced a setback as it lost a crucial petition filed in court regarding pension dues. The court ruling mandates NBP to disburse pensions to 11,500 retired employees, allocating Rs 60 billion for this purpose within a month.
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Shehbaz Government to Present First Budget Early June
Islamabad, March 20, 2024 – The newly formed government under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is gearing up to present its inaugural budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 in early June 2024, marking a crucial milestone for Pakistan’s economic agenda.
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Pakistan’s CAD Shrinks 74% to $999M in 8MFY24
Karachi – Pakistan’s economic landscape shows promising signs as the country’s Current Account Deficit (CAD) has seen a substantial reduction by 74 percent, dwindling to $999 million during the initial eight months (July – February) of fiscal year 2023-24, according to recent data unveiled by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Tuesday.
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