Tue, 21-Oct-2025

MPIMA demand “cruel” policy on smartphone industry be repealed

MPIMA

The MPIMA has asked for the cancellation of the 100% cash margin and prior approval from the central bank on import LCs (letters of credit). They also requested that the R&D allocation be increased to 8-10% and that an SRO be issued for a New Duty Drawback Scheme on local mobile phone production. The Mobile … Read more

Trade body seeks 50% cut in withholding tax to boost exports

Trade body seeks 50% cut in withholding tax to boost exports

KARACHI: Exporters on Wednesday proposed the government to slash the withholding tax by 50 percent to enhance earnings. In its budget proposals announced at a press conference, the Pakistan Hosiery Manufacturers Association (PHMA) said, at present, the withholding tax on exports is one percent, which is considered as the final liability. The government should reduce … Read more