Karachi, May 6, 2024 – The Pakistan Business Council (PBC), a leading advocacy group representing major businesses in the country, has submitted proposals for the upcoming budget 2024-25. A key area of focus for the PBC is seeking amendments to the existing group taxation regulations to provide clarity and relief regarding inter-corporate dividends (ICD).
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Engro and DH Corp Boards Greenlight Major Restructuring Plan
In a significant move on May 3, 2024, the boards of Engro Corporation Limited (Engro Corp) and DH Corporation Limited (DH Corp) approved a restructuring plan involving, aiming to optimize capital allocation and enhance shareholder returns.
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High-Profile Saudi Trade Delegations Arrives in Islamabad
Islamabad, May 5, 2024 – A significant stride towards enhancing bilateral economic relations between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan was marked by the arrival of a high-profile Saudi trade delegation in Islamabad on Sunday.
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Afghan TT Abuses and Iran Smuggling Strain Pakistan Economy
In a revealing assessment by the Pakistan Business Council (PBC), the misuse of the Afghan Transit Trade (ATT) agreement along with unchecked smuggling from Iran has been spotlighted as significant drains on Pakistan’s economy.
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Pakistan Set to Unveil New Industrial Policy in 2024-25 Budget
Pakistan is poised to introduce a comprehensive new industrial policy in the upcoming 2024-25 budget, according to Rana Tanveer Hussain, the Federal Minister for Industry and Production.
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Free Zone Agriculture Industrial Park Opens Doors at Gwadar
Gwadar, May 4, 2024 – A significant stride towards economic development and self-sufficiency in agriculture was made today as Federal Minister for Marine Affairs, Qaiser Ahmad Sheikh, inaugurated the Free Zone Agriculture Industrial Park in Gwadar.
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PBC Proposes Elimination of Minimum Tax for Listed Companies
The Pakistan Business Council (PBC) has put forward a significant proposal aimed at boosting economic activity among listed companies by recommending the abolition of the minimum tax.
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PBC Alert: Commercial Importers Endanger Domestic Industries
The Pakistan Business Council (PBC) has issued a stark warning regarding the harmful impacts of massive under-invoicing by commercial importers, stating that this practice is severely damaging Pakistan’s domestic industries.
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PALSP Calls on Government to Rectify Tax Inequities
The Pakistan Association of Large Steel Producers (PALSP) has formally petitioned Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, urging an end to what it describes as discriminatory tax practices that adversely affect the steel sector compared to other industries.
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KTC Urges FBR to Reassess Tobacco Taxes Amid Falling Sales
The Khyber Tobacco Company Limited (KTC), a leading national tobacco manufacturer, has reached out to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) seeking a review and adjustment of the current tax policies affecting tobacco sales.
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