Karachi, August 26, 2024 – The Honorary Consul General of the Republic of Malawi, Abdullah Zaki, has encouraged the members of the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) to diversify their exports to Malawi.
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KCCI Backs Traders’ August 28 Shutdown Over Tax Issues
Karachi, August 23, 2024 – In a move that has captured widespread attention, the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has announced its support for a nationwide business shutdown planned by traders on August 28.
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KCCI Urges Immediate Relief in Electricity Bills for Sindh
Karachi, August 19, 2024 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has called on the federal and Sindh governments to urgently address the rising electricity costs that are burdening the residents and business community of Sindh.
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KCCI Urges FBR to Defer Tax Scheme for Small Traders
Karachi, August 17, 2024 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has called on the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to defer the implementation of the Tajir Dost Scheme, a tax initiative aimed at small traders.
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Slow Internet Sparks KCCI Concerns
Karachi, August 15, 2024 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) has expressed grave concerns over the ongoing slow internet connectivity and frequent disruptions in accessing social media applications, which have been severely affecting business operations.
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Karachi poised to be maritime hub with $2bn Maersk investment
Karachi, August 5, 2024 — Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh has lauded the Karachi Chamber of Commerce for its exceptional execution of the 19th My Karachi Exhibition. During his remarks following the event’s closing at the Karachi Expo Center,
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Sindh CM Claims Supplying 50% Cheaper Electricity
Karachi, August 2, 2024 – The Chief Minister of Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah, on Friday claimed that the province could supply electricity generated from indigenous coal at 50% lower rates than current tariffs.
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Aurangzeb Calls for Broader Tax Net to Ease Burden
Karachi, July 30, 2024 – Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb expressed concern over the heavy tax burden on salaried individuals and businesspersons during a meeting with the business community at the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) on Tuesday.
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KCCI Disappointed with Mere 1% Interest Rate Cut
Karachi, July 29, 2024 – The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has expressed disappointment over the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) decision to reduce the policy rate by only 100 basis points to 19.5%. The KCCI contends that this reduction is insufficient to address the economic challenges faced by the business community.
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Stakeholders Favor Establishment of Shipping Regulatory Body
KARACHI: All stakeholders of the Ports & Shipping sector unanimously favored the idea of establishing an autonomous Logistics Service Providers Regulatory Authority (LSPRA). This body will be responsible for devising a legal framework, issuing guidelines, deciding charges, and monitoring all activities within the ports and shipping sector.
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