Karachi, May 13, 2024 – The Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) has called for an immediate reduction in the benchmark policy rate following a significant decline in weekly inflation, as reported by the Bureau of Statistics.
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FPCCI Urges Urgent Reopening of Chaman Border
Karachi, May 13, 2024 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has called for the immediate reopening of the Chaman Border to facilitate seamless transportation and alleviate the hardships faced by traders and communities on both sides of the border.
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OICCI Demands Development of Sales Tax Laws for Distributors
Karachi, May 13, 2024 – The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has urged the development of policy guidelines for sales tax laws on distributors, emphasizing the need for collaboration and coordination among federal and provincial tax regulators.
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Foreign Investors Demand Elimination of Super Tax
Karachi, May 12, 2024 – Foreign investors operating in Pakistan have issued a fervent plea to authorities to eliminate the super tax as part of the budget for the fiscal year 2024-25.
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FBR Asked to Link WHT Collection with Property Tax
The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has called upon the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to adopt a groundbreaking approach by linking the collection of withholding tax (WHT) with property tax revenues gathered by provincial authorities.
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OICCI Presents Novel Idea to Tax Register Retail Sector
Karachi, May 12, 2024 – The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has put forth an innovative approach to tackle the challenge of tax registration within the highly undocumented retail sector.
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CCP Probes Deceptive Tactics by Cosmetics Manufacturers
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has launched an investigation into deceptive marketing practices by beauty products manufacturers, issuing notices to 12 companies for false and misleading claims.
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Health Experts Propose Ambitious Tax Hike on Cigarettes
Health experts have put forward a compelling case for a substantial tax increase on cigarette sales as a means to deter tobacco use and promote public health.
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PBF Advocates Tax Reforms to Combat Under-Invoicing
The Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) has put forth a comprehensive set of proposals urging tax authorities to undertake significant reforms aimed at curbing under-invoicing by commercial importers and fostering industrial growth.
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PBC Proposes 24% Tax on Motor Vehicle Purchases by Non-Filers
The Pakistan Business Council (PBC) has put forth a bold proposal for the upcoming budget of 2024-25, recommending a significant increase in advance tax rates on motor vehicle purchases by non-filers of income tax returns.
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