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  1. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is reviewing tax burdens for businesses and has established facilitation committees across several major Pakistani cities.

PM Adviser Urges FBR to Balance Revenue Collection with Business Growth

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 10
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What happened

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Haroon Akhtar Khan, Prime Minister's Adviser on Industries and Production, met with the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He urged the Federal Board of Revenue and other government departments to balance revenue generation with business growth. Khan stressed that the government must avoid unnecessary FIRs and the freezing of business accounts to support industrial development and attract investment.

From tribune.com.pk

Why it matters

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The adviser stated that policies must be designed to build investor confidence and support the growth of industry and trade. This push for regulatory reform aims to create a more conducive business environment and facilitate industrial growth in Pakistan.

The Federal Board of Revenue is currently reviewing tax burdens for businesses and has established facilitation committees across several major Pakistani cities.

From tribune.com.pk

Who's involved

  • KhanPrime Minister's Adviser on Industries and Production who urged policy changes to support industry.
  • Federal Board of RevenueFederal revenue department urged to adopt a cooperative approach and balance revenue with growth.
  • Government of PakistanThe federal government working on industrial policy and regulatory reforms.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • PakistanSpeculative

    Businesses in Pakistan might see improved investor confidence and better access to credit due to reduced regulatory risk.

  • The Federal Board of Revenue might face reduced operational pressure regarding enforcement actions if the government adopts a cooperative approach.

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