Islamabad, March 19, 2026 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) has strongly criticized the unilateral imposition of additional charges on export cargo by ground handling agencies (GHAs), warning of serious consequences for Pakistan’s export sector.
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Global tensions hit Pakistan trade: FPCCI warns of major losses
Karachi, March 16, 2026 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has warned that escalating war risk in the Middle East and skyrocketing freight charges are jeopardizing Pakistan’s trade and industrial sectors.
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FPCCI urges immediate cut in petroleum prices after arrival of oil vessels
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) has called on the government to immediately reduce petroleum prices following the arrival of oil vessels in Pakistan, highlighting the move as essential for boosting the national economy.
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Khurram Ijaz disappointed over unchanged policy rate, calls for relief to industry
Karachi, March 9, 2026: Khurram Ijaz, General Secretary of Businessmen Panel Progressive (BMPP) and former Vice President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has expressed disappointment over the decision of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to keep the policy rate unchanged at 10.50%, warning that the move could further strain industrial activity and exports.
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Economic storm ahead: FPCCI calls energy emergency to shield Pakistan’s exports
Karachi, March 9, 2026 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has urged the federal government to declare an immediate energy emergency and implement robust contingency measures to safeguard Pakistan’s fragile economic recovery and exports from the escalating Middle East conflict.
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FPCCI urges tax cuts on property transactions
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) and United Business Group have called on the government to cut taxes on property transactions to boost the struggling construction and housing sector.
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Khurram Ijaz expresses concern over rising government debt
Karachi, March 6, 2026: Khurram Ijaz, General Secretary of the Businessmen Panel Progressive (BMPP) and former Vice President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has expressed serious concern over the continued rise in Pakistan’s public debt, warning that the growing burden could pose significant challenges for the country’s economic stability and fiscal sustainability.
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FPCCI flags energy crisis risk amid Strait of Hormuz disruption
Karachi, March 4, 2026 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has raised serious concerns over potential energy shortages and economic fallout amid ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil transit route.
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Pakistan’s poverty and inequality hit alarming levels, warns Khurram Ijaz
Karachi, February 25, 2026 – Khurram Ijaz, Secretary General of the Businessmen Panel Progressive (BMPP) and former vice president of Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has expressed deep concern over the latest planning ministry survey, highlighting the severe economic challenges facing Pakistan.
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Business leaders raise alarm over proposed amendments to trade organization rules
Karachi, February 25, 2026 – Leading business figures in Pakistan have voiced serious concerns over the proposed amendments to the Trade Organization Rules (TORs) 2013, warning that the changes could dismantle district chambers and harm local economies nationwide.
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