Islamabad, February 28, 2026 – An 18-member delegation of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), led by its President Sardar Tahir Mahmood, held a detailed meeting with Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Rashid Mahmood Langrial at the FBR Headquarters to discuss key taxation and business facilitation issues.
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LCCI Expresses Full Support to Pakistan Armed Forces Amid Afghan Tensions
Lahore, February 28, 2026 – The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) on Saturday expressed unwavering solidarity with the Pakistan Armed Forces against recent incursions and aggression originating from Afghanistan.
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SITE industrialists honor Lt. Col. Shahzada Gulfraz Shaheed, propose martyrs’ support fund
Karachi, February 28, 2026: The SITE Association of Industry (SAI) recently held a solemn gathering to pay tribute to Lt. Col. Shahzada Gulfraz Shaheed, who laid down his life while combating the Indian proxy group, Khwarij, in Bannu District. Industrialists and business leaders reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the Pakistan Armed Forces and ensuring that the sacrifices of martyrs are never forgotten.
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Power Division clarifies confusion over PM’s electricity relief package
Islamabad, February 27, 2026 – The Power Division on Friday issued a formal clarification to address public confusion arising from recent media reports that linked the Fuel Cost Adjustment (FCA) with the electricity relief package announced by the Prime Minister. Officials emphasized that the two are entirely separate components within the tariff determination framework and have no direct connection.
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KCCI endorses “one-city, one-chamber” principle amid TORs debate
Karachi, February 26, 2026 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) has reaffirmed its support for the principle of “one-city, one-chamber,” clarifying that the proposed Trade Organizations Rules 2013 Amendment Bill is purely clarificatory and designed to ensure unified citywide representation for Karachi.
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Pakistan’s poverty and inequality hit alarming levels, warns Khurram Ijaz
Karachi, February 25, 2026 – Khurram Ijaz, Secretary General of the Businessmen Panel Progressive (BMPP) and former vice president of Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has expressed deep concern over the latest planning ministry survey, highlighting the severe economic challenges facing Pakistan.
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OICCI pushes for tax refunds and investor-friendly reforms with IMF
Karachi, February 26, 2026 – The Overseas Investors’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) on Thursday held detailed discussions with a visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation on pending tax refunds and key policy challenges facing foreign investors in Pakistan.
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Business leaders raise alarm over proposed amendments to trade organization rules
Karachi, February 25, 2026 – Leading business figures in Pakistan have voiced serious concerns over the proposed amendments to the Trade Organization Rules (TORs) 2013, warning that the changes could dismantle district chambers and harm local economies nationwide.
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Government considers industry tax relief in Budget 2026-27: Haroon Akhtar
Islamabad, February 25, 2026 — The government is considering tax incentives and relaxations for industries in the upcoming federal budget 2026-27, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, announced on Wednesday. The move aims to make the budget business-friendly and support sustainable economic growth.
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Unilever Pakistan reports 15% decline in CY25 profit amid higher taxes
Karachi, February 24, 2026 – Unilever Pakistan Foods Limited announced a 15% decline in profit after tax for the year ended December 31, 2025, highlighting higher tax payments as a key factor impacting net earnings. The company reported a profit after tax of Rs5.95 billion, down from Rs6.97 billion in 2024.
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