Karachi, April 6, 2026 – Chairman of the Businessmen Group (BMG), Muhammad Zubair Motiwala, has called on the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to immediately restore the zero-rated sales tax for Pakistan’s export sector, warning that ongoing global and regional tensions could severely impact the country’s economy.
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FBR chairman takes action on Karachi tax complaints
Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial has issued key directives to address long-standing tax and operational challenges faced by Karachi’s business community during his visit to the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) on March 26, 2026.
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KCCI warns export decline as gas supply to industries suspended
Karachi, March 6, 2026 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has raised serious concerns over the government’s decision to suspend gas supply to industries for two days a week, warning that the move could accelerate the decline in Pakistan’s exports and further strain the country’s fragile economy.
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KCCI endorses “one-city, one-chamber” principle amid TORs debate
Karachi, February 26, 2026 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) has reaffirmed its support for the principle of “one-city, one-chamber,” clarifying that the proposed Trade Organizations Rules 2013 Amendment Bill is purely clarificatory and designed to ensure unified citywide representation for Karachi.
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CM Sindh praises KCCI for successful My Karachi Exhibition, highlights city’s resilience
Karachi, February 8, 2026: Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah on Sunday praised the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) for successfully organizing the 21st My Karachi – Oasis of Harmony Exhibition, describing it as a remarkable showcase of resilience and optimism by the people of Karachi and Sindh.
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Karachi’s time is now: Governor Tessori draws firm line on security and development
KARACHI, February 7, 2026 – Governor Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori on Saturday underscored Pakistan’s unwavering stance on national security, highlighted Karachi’s central role in the national economy, and called for urgent action to resolve the city’s longstanding civic and economic challenges.
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CM Sindh vows fast compensation for Gul Plaza shopkeepers
KARACHI, February 7, 2026 – Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has assured shopkeepers affected by the Gul Plaza incident that the government, in collaboration with the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), is working to provide full compensation within two months. The initiative aims to enable shopkeepers to rebuild inventories and restart their businesses promptly.
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Over 2,000 Afghan Transit Trade containers clog KICT, warns Karachi Chamber
Karachi, February 4, 2026 — The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) on Wednesday sounded the alarm over worsening congestion at Karachi International Container Terminal (KICT), revealing that more than 2,000 stranded containers linked to Afghan Transit Trade (ATT) are severely disrupting terminal operations.
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KCCI calls on FBR to allow super tax adjustment against refunds
Karachi, January 28, 2026 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has urged the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to allow the adjustment of super tax liabilities against pending income tax and sales tax refunds to ease pressure on the business community.
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KCCI expresses grief over Gul Plaza fire, forms committee to assess losses
Karachi, January 18, 2026 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire incident at Gul Plaza on M.A. Jinnah Road, which claimed precious human lives and caused massive destruction to one of Karachi’s busiest commercial hubs.
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