ISLAMABAD: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) submitted its proposals for the federal budget 2023-2024 on Thursday.
The delegation, led by Irfan Iqbal Sheikh, met with Finance Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar at the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Headquarters. The meeting was also attended by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Finance Tariq Bajwa, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Revenue Tariq Mehmood Pasha, Chairman of FBR Asim Ahmad, and senior officers from the Ministry of Finance and FBR.
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During the meeting, the FPCCI delegation discussed the current economic situation of the country and presented their proposals for the upcoming Federal Budget. They expressed their full support to the government in its efforts to revive the economy and boost exports.
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The Finance Minister assured the delegation that the government is well aware of the challenges faced by the business community and pledged to incorporate the Chamber’s suggestions in the forthcoming budget. He reiterated the significance of the business community and commended their contributions to the economy of Pakistan.
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The FPCCI’s proposals are expected to be considered by the government as it formulates the budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024. The government’s commitment to engaging with the business community and addressing their concerns demonstrates its determination to foster a favorable business environment and promote economic growth in the country.
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