Karachi, May 3, 2024 – In a strategic move aimed at bolstering Pakistan’s maritime sector, the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has called for the creation of a dedicated maritime regulatory body.
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Governor Tessori Commits to Resolving SITE Industrial Challenges
Karachi, May 4, 2024 – Sindh Governor Muhammad Kamran Khan Tessori has pledged comprehensive measures to address longstanding challenges faced by the SITE Association of Industries.
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PBC Calls for Higher Taxes on Non-Filers in 2024-25 Budget
The Pakistan Business Council (PBC) has proposed sweeping changes in the upcoming 2024-25 budget, urging the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to impose aggressively high taxes on non-filers in an effort to combat tax evasion and encourage compliance.
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Mongolian Envoy Advocates for Increased Business Exchanges
Karachi, May 2, 2024 – Mongolian Deputy Head of Mission , Lkhanaajav Munkhtushig, emphasized the need for increased exchanges of business delegations between Mongolia and Pakistan to strengthen trade relations.
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CCP Proposal of Expiry Date on Cement Bags Endorsed
Islamabad, May 2, 2024 – The Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) has supported a recommendation from the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) to revise national cement standards to include manufacturing and expiry dates on cement bags.
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KCCI Applauds Govt Move to Limit Customs Raids
Karachi, April 30, 2024 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has commended the recent government decision to limit the scope of Pakistan Customs’ raids on business premises, heralding a significant shift towards more business-friendly policies.
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PTC Reports Domestic Volume Falls by 23% YoY in 1Q 2024
In a concerning revelation, Pakistan Tobacco Company (PTC) has announced a dramatic 23 percent decline in domestic sales volume for the first quarter of 2024, a stark contrast to the same period last year.
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Pakistan Faces Rs 800 Billion Loss from IPR Violations
Karachi, April 29, 2024 – Pakistan economy suffered a substantial loss of approximately Rs 800 billion last year due to violations of intellectual property rights (IPR), according to a recent survey conducted by the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI).
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APCMA Seeks Tax Rebate After Track and Trace System Fails
Karachi, April 29, 2024 – The All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers’ Association (APCMA) has called for a tax rebate from the government to compensate for the substantial investments made in the unsuccessful track and trace system (TTS).
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Veteran Journalists Appointed to FPCCI Media Committee
Karachi, April 29, 2024 – In a significant move aimed at strengthening its media relations and public outreach, the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) has made key appointments to its Central Standing Committee on ‘Press and Electronic Media’ for the year 2024-2025.
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