Karachi, February 2, 2026 – The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has called on the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to adjust Super Tax liabilities against long-pending government refunds, following the Federal Constitutional Court’s ruling on outstanding Sales Tax, Income Tax, and other reimbursements owed to manufacturers and exporters.
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FBR shares comprehensive tax reform agenda with FPCCI stakeholders
Karachi – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Saturday, January 31, 2026, presented its tax reform agenda to the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) during a high-level seminar.
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Rice exporters applaud PM Shehbaz for announcing relief package
Karachi, January 31, 2026 – The Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) has strongly welcomed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s recently announced relief and reform package, terming it a timely and much-needed boost for exporters and the industrial sector.
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Aurangzeb assures APTMA of government support to resolve textile sector issues
Islamabad, January 29, 2026 — Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday assured the textile industry of the government’s continued engagement to address key challenges confronting the sector, reaffirming its importance to Pakistan’s economy.
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FPCCI expresses strong concerns over SBP keeping policy rate unchanged at 10.5%
Karachi, January 26, 2026 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has voiced serious concerns over the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) decision to maintain the policy rate at 10.5%, urging the central bank to reconsider its stance amid slowing business momentum.
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Pakistan introduces new DLTL regime to boost rice exports
Islamabad, January 24, 2026 — The Government of Pakistan has announced a special Drawback of Local Taxes and Levies (DLTL) regime aimed at facilitating and boosting rice exports from the country.
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SBP tightens export rules; new undertakings required for payments
Karachi, Jan 23, 2026 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced stricter rules for exporters, requiring them to submit a new Undertaking/Declaration through the Pakistan Single Window (PSW) system for receipt of payments via Authorized Dealers (ADs).
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Nestlé pledges $60 million additional investment in Pakistan
Islamabad, January 22, 2026 – Global food and beverage giant Nestlé on Thursday announced a further $60 million investment in Pakistan, reaffirming its long-term commitment to the country.
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FED on day-old chicks sparks alarm: Poultry sector warns of chicken shortage, price hike
Office bearers of the Pakistan Poultry Association (PPA) have raised serious concerns over the government’s decision to retain a Federal Excise Duty (FED) of Rs10 on day-old chicks, warning that the move could destabilize the poultry industry and threaten national food security.
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SGFL approves joint venture with Chinese firm to manufacture footwear in Pakistan
Karachi, January 21, 2026 – The Board of Directors of Service Global Footwear Limited (SGFL) has approved a series of key strategic decisions aimed at expanding the company’s manufacturing footprint and export potential. The approvals were granted during the board meeting held on January 20, 2026, according to a company statement shared with Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday.
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