Karachi, June 9, 2025 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has made a strong appeal to the government to abolish the “further tax” imposed under the Sales Tax Act in the upcoming federal budget for 2025–26.
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FPCCI secures assurance for review of controversial tax laws
Karachi, May 23, 2025 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has secured a significant breakthrough, as top government officials have assured a review of the much-contested Tax Laws (Amendment) Ordinance 2025 following strong opposition from the business community.
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FPCCI explodes over tax ordinance, demands power reversal
Karachi, May 20, 2025 — The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has come out forcefully against the Tax Laws (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, condemning the federal government’s decision to grant sweeping powers to tax officials to freeze bank accounts and withdraw funds without due process.
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FPCCI rejects Tax Laws (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025
Karachi, May 18, 2025 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has categorically rejected the recently issued Tax Laws (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, calling it a major setback for the economy and a threat to investor confidence.
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FPCCI warns of profound impact of US tariffs on Pakistan’s exports
Karachi, April 28, 2025 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has expressed serious concern over the United States’ recent decision to impose a 29% tariff on Pakistani products, warning of a profound impact on the country’s export sector.
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FPCCI Outlines Key Proposals for Budget 2025–26
Karachi, April 16, 2025 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) on Wednesday presented a comprehensive set of proposals for the upcoming federal budget 2025–26, calling it a decisive opportunity to shape the nation’s economic trajectory.
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FPCCI Urges Removal of Anomalies in Tea Import Policy
Karachi, April 15, 2025 — The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has called on the government to urgently address persistent anomalies in the tea import regime, which are adversely impacting tea traders and the broader supply chain.
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Business Community Criticizes SBP for Unchanged Policy Rate
Karachi: The business, industrial, and trade community of Pakistan has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) decision to keep the policy rate unchanged during its recent Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting.
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FPCCI Urges Massive Rate Cut Amid Record Low Inflation
Karachi, March 5, 2025 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has strongly called for a substantial reduction of 500 basis points in the benchmark policy rate, citing the lowest inflation levels recorded in nearly a decade.
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FPCCI Proposes Abolishing Withholding Tax on Sales to Retailers
Karachi, March 2, 2025 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has proposed the removal of withholding tax on sales to retailers, arguing that the measure will facilitate business growth and ease the tax burden on traders.
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