Karachi, August 28, 2023 – The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (UNISAME) has called upon authorities to review the import policy for solar panels in order to streamline the process and facilitate small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) importers.
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ICCI Urges Reevaluation of Power Agreements with IPPs to Curb Tariff Hikes
Islamabad, August 26, 2023 – Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari, President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), has identified the root cause of the mounting circular debt and escalating power tariffs as the power purchase agreements (PPAs) signed with International Power Producers (IPPs).
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Business leaders urge PM to announce electricity tariff hike withdrawal in Sunday meeting
Karachi, August 26, 2023 – Prominent business leaders and representatives from Karachi have made an urgent appeal to the caretaker prime minister to announce the withdrawal of the electricity tariff hike.
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Karachi Industries Threaten Shutdown Over Electricity Tariff Hike
KARACHI, August 25, 2023 – The industrial heart of Karachi is bracing for turmoil as local industries, particularly in the North Karachi Industrial Area, voice their strong opposition to a recent significant hike in electricity tariffs.
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Karachi Business Community Pledges Full Support to Pakistan’s Caretaker Government
Karachi, August 24, 2023 – The Businessmen Group (BMG), representing the trade and industry of Karachi, has extended its full support to Pakistan’s caretaker government.
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Crucial Role of Track and Trace System in Combating Illegal Cigarette Manufacturing
The Track and Trace system is undeniably vital in curbing illegal cigarette manufacturing and addressing the pressing issues associated with it in Pakistan.
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Private Sector Initiates Loan Repayments Amidst Challenging Economic Climate in Pakistan
Karachi, August 23, 2023 – Pakistan’s private sector has begun retiring bank loans in response to the challenging economic conditions facing the country.
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FPCCI Demands Immediate Withdrawal of Section 7E Across Pakistan
Karachi, August 22, 2023 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has issued a stern demand to tax authorities for the immediate withdrawal of Section 7E across the entire country.
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Lucky Cement Announces Commencement of 25MW Solar Power Plant
Karachi, August 21, 2023 – Lucky Cement Limited, a leading player in the Pakistani cement industry, proudly announced the successful completion and commissioning of its 25-megawatt captive solar power plant.
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SBP Announces Last Date for Resubmission of Duty Drawback Claims
Karachi, August 21, 2023 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially declared the final deadline for resubmission of duty drawback claims, affecting both the textile and non-textile sectors.
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