Export clearance is a critical compliance step in Pakistan’s international trade regime. Section 131 of the Customs Act, 1969, as applicable for tax year 2026, lays down the mandatory legal requirements that must be fulfilled before any goods are allowed to be loaded for exportation.
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Transit of Goods Under Pakistan Customs Act, 1969 (Updated 2026)
Pakistan’s strategic location makes it a vital transit corridor for regional and international trade. The Customs Act, 1969, through Sections 127 to 129A, provides a comprehensive legal framework governing the transit of goods within Pakistan and across Pakistan to foreign destinations, while ensuring revenue protection and regulatory control.
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What Is Transshipment of Goods Under the Customs Act, 1969? (Updated 2026)
Transshipment plays a critical role in Pakistan’s import–export and transit trade framework. Under Section 121 of the Customs Act, 1969, transshipment allows goods to move from one customs station to another—or onward to a foreign destination—without immediate payment of customs duty, subject to specific legal conditions.
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Today’s Bitcoin Rates in Pakistan and US Dollar – January 30, 2026
Karachi, January 30, 2026: Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s leading cryptocurrency, continues to show volatility in both the United States Dollar (USD) and Pakistani Rupee (PKR) markets.
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Today’s Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan – January 30, 2026
Karachi, January 30, 2026: Exchange companies across Pakistan have released the updated currency exchange rates for Friday, January 30, 2026. These rates, updated at 8:00 AM Pakistan Standard Time (PST), are provided to assist businesses, travelers, and the general public in making informed financial decisions.
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FBR launches super tax recovery after apex court ruling, targets Rs200 billion
Islamabad, January 30, 2026: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has initiated recovery of Super Tax from taxpayers following the landmark judgment of the Federal Constitutional Court. Field formations of the FBR began issuing notices on Thursday for outstanding Super Tax payments exceeding Rs200 billion.
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FBR’s limiting refund adjustment amount declared unlawful by FTO
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 — The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has ruled that the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) practice of limiting the adjustment of income tax refunds against a taxpayer’s liability is unlawful and amounts to maladministration
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Pakistan clerics and religious authorities agree on unified Azan, prayer timings
Islamabad, January 30, 2026 – In a significant move to promote religious unity, Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs, alongside prominent clerics, scholars from all schools of thought, and representatives from the business community, agreed on issuing a unified calendar for Azan and prayer timings.
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Quinton de Kock powers South Africa to victory in second T20I vs West Indies
Centurion, January 30, 2026 – Quinton de Kock stole the spotlight once again as South Africa defeated West Indies in the second T20I at Centurion with a blistering 115 off just 49 balls. The wicketkeeper-batter’s masterclass helped the Proteas edge closer to claiming their first bilateral T20I series win since early 2024, signaling a strong form ahead of the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.
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Taylor Swift falls short of Billboard’s Greatest Pop Star title again
Taylor Swift has once again narrowly missed out on being crowned Billboard’s “Greatest Pop Star,” finishing at No. 2 on the magazine’s Greatest Pop Stars of 2025 list for the second consecutive year. While the global superstar climbed one spot compared to last year’s ranking, she still fell just short of claiming the top honor.
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