
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 31 2018
DAWN NEWS
Petroleum prices to hit three-year high
Govt to protect local industry Haroon Akhtar
Textile Asia International Trade Fair
THE NEWS
Collection of unjustified signature bonuses LPG becomes 20 times costlier than natural gas
Lahore electricity utility emerges as worst performer in December
State Bank launches foreign investment survey
Doing away with discretionary powers essential for economy
FBR links tax recovery with prior notices
OICCI urges reduction in energy cost to attract investment
Businessmen urged to enhance trade in Africa
KE more responsive to customers
B RECORDER
11.4pc increase in HSD price likely
AD Pakistan Textile Exporters Association
CPEC, Chinese projects ADR system to help reduce shelf-life of cases LHC CJ
Senate panel for relocating TDAP office to Islamabad
Pakistani businessmen may trade in Africa via Mauritius envoy
Proposed Malir Expressway to help reduce traffic pressure KATI
SBP autonomy and monetary policy — IV
FPCCI for introducing business-friendly policy
DAILY JANG
Amnesty scheme likely to be approved from parliament chances reviewed
FBR posts various chief commissioners and new collectors across the country
Dr Ikhtiar Baig appointed chairman of banking committee of federation
GSP+ apprehensions with regard to next review
Uniform rates of electricity should be fixed across the country Abdul Sami Khan
DAILY EXPRESS
Federal Govt confessed deteriorating condition of foreign debts
To reduce electric tariff Rs 3/- for textile sector is under consideration
Mauritius offered access to Pakistani companies to Africa
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 30 2018
DAWN NEWS
After snags, new gas power plants may start by March
Revenue collection up 11pc in Sindh
Repatriation of profits surges 30pc
Government flays World Bank index
European Union FTAs not fully utilised report
THE NEWS
Panama Papers scandal Tax amnesties bring huge windfalls after inter-country info sharing pact
India expects to regain pole position as fastest-growing major economy
Multiple trade deals likely as talks start with Italy
Fertiliser sector demands cut in GIDC rate
B RECORDER
Miftah unlikely to take major decisions Serious economic challenges loom economists
PM explains significance of CPEC Its most important initiative
SBP urged to stop hike in bank interest
CG tells KCCI Italian govt mulling opening trade agency in Karachi
Fertilizer industry voices concern over highest rate of GIDC
PRGMEA urges govt to abolish duties on yarn import
A brief on the Listed Companies (Code of Corporate Governance) Regulations, 2017
PM for solving problems of business community
Performance of commercial counsellors criticized
DAILY JANG
DAILY EXPRESS
Overseas investors chamber stressed on use of domestic resources for electric city
Federation recommends 3 years tenure for president ship
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 29 2018
DAWN NEWS
Average power bills a nightmare for consumers
Effectiveness of new trade policy
Productivity in the textile industry
The worlds richest one percent ranked in
THE NEWS
B RECORDER
A surprise SBP interest-rate hike
Pak-Turkey FTA Specific sectors discussed at 7th round of talks Dhaga
Ban on three mineral water brands lifted
Tax holiday for CPEC projects to help industrial zones
Tax amnesty for foreign asset holders
BMP for streamlining FTA between Pakistan, Turkey
Punjabs investment scenario rapidly improving LCCI chief
DAILY JANG
Do not trace disease and symptoms on internet otherwise you will fell sick more
Loan upon loan a matter of concern
DAILY EXPRESS
Registration book ends smart cards will be introduced for vehicles
4 companies producing milk banned right decision of Supreme Court
Existing trade policy govt failed in achieving target of 35 billion dollar
Up to Rs 6 lac increased in cost of vehicles manufacturing in Pakistan
Chile keen in free trade agreement with Pakistan
FTA with turkey will be completed soon Younns Dagah
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 28 2018
DAWN NEWS
Pakistan Indonesia to boost anti-terrorism cooperation
Some regulatory duties may soon go Miftah
Debt servicing balloons by 11pc in July-Nov
SC bans four brands of packaged milk orders removal from market
THE NEWS
55bn plastic bags used in Pakistan each year Senate told
Customs Collector Shahnaz Maqbool transferred
SC restrains four companies from producing selling packaged milk
Pakistan to import LNG petroleum products from Indonesia
World Banks effective role sought to resolve Pakistan-India water dispute
Govt likely to end immunity on foreign currency accounts
PIA plans new destinations increases Saudi Chinese flights
Targeted efforts ensured economic turnaround minister
Government borrowing crowds out manufacturing sector
B RECORDER
Four MoUs inked LNG POL products to be imported from Indonesia
Two-way investments under PTA to be raised
ICCI seeks separate amnesty schemes for local overseas Pakistanis
Ahsan inaugurates Nadra facilitation desk at LCCI
Someone other than me syndrome Sales tax
DAILY JANG
55 billion plastic bags are used annually in the country
Pakistan will import form Indonesia LNG and petroleum products
DAILY EXPRESS
SBP monetary policy and economic facts
Separate amnesty schemes under consideration for local citizens and overseas Pakistanis
Meeting of Pak-Italy economy commission will be held tomorrow at Rome
Positive effects due to agriculture development enhanced exports traders
Economy growth can be increased up to 8% Ahsan Iqbal
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 27 2018
DAWN NEWS
Senators upset over Chinese companys tax and duty exemptions
SBP raises interest rate to balance growth stability
Public warned of organised group targeting ATMs
THE NEWS
Interest rate increased 25bps to 6 percent SBP raises policy rate for first time in two years
Traders complain as local LPG costs higher than Aramco benchmark
Pakistan to host SAARC chamber meetings next month
B RECORDER
Senate chairman irked by concession to Chinese company
Policy rate raised by 25 bps to 6 percent
Pakistan Indonesia to enter into FTA TDAP secretary
22 tariff lines Jakarta agrees to provide level playing field
DAILY JANG
Ministry of religious affairs deferred Haj balloting
Inflation likely to be increased exports remittances enhanced interest rate to 6%
Duty exempted on 20 products exports to Indonesia will be increased commerce minister
Inflation rate lowest in Karachi state bank
Foreign investors confidence increased due to peace in Karachi Muhammad Zubair
Govt taking effective measures to ease doing business. Khalid Memon
Disclosure of assets scheme for Pakistanis likely to be included in the budget. Haroon Akhtar
DAILY EXPRESS
Interest rate becomes 6% economic growth will reach at its peak Governor state bank
Foreign debts increased by Rs.6 billion July to December
Best budget will be given for industry and investment Haroon Akhtar
Agreed to give new dimension to Pakistan Indonesia bilateral trade
Steps being taken in province to ease doing of business Naheed Memon
New application introduced for tax payers facilitation
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 26 2018
DAWN NEWS
Discos to refund Rs2.99 per unit for December
THE NEWS
Jang Economic Session Planned amnesty scheme to benefit elite experts
Removal of duty on cotton import hailed
Provinces refuse to share NFC money for security
SC bans 24 mineral water companies
Power consumers to get relief in Jan 2018 bills
China seeks private sectors participation in CPEC projects
Amnesty schemes neither generate dividend nor high taxes
Forex reserves fall to $19.640bln
Japans businessmen urged to explore investment opportunities
Call for better trade ties with S Africa
CM urges Saudi consul general to simplify visa process for Sindh residents
B RECORDER
Discos consumers Nepra approves Rs 3 per unit refund for December 2017
FBR recovers over Rs 220 billion from defaulters
Business forum opens today Pakistan, Indonesia roll out new trade initiative
Forex reserves down $131 million
Exporters call for removal of trade barriers with Indonesia
FBR launches IRIS-ADX for offline entry of tax data
Clearance of import consignments Sindh E&T department mulling withdrawal of NoC requirement
BMP chief stresses need for early Pak-Turkey FTA
Businessmen urged to bring threats of extortion into Rangers Notice
Is the PBC demanding protectionism?
Reaping fruits of currency adjustment
SC stops 24 mineral water cos from distribution
DAILY JANG
Public holiday on 5th February
24 mineral water companies banned sale of dirty water not to be allowed SC
Electric tariff reduced by Rs 2.99 per unit approve not applicable on Karachi
Recommendations sought for finance bill and federal budget 2018-2019 up to 31st January
FBR replaced 2 officials of basic pay scale 20
Businessmen urged to bring threats of extortion into Rangers Notice
DAILY EXPRESS
Trade policy 2018-2023 to be introduced before June
Present govt has increased revenue up to Rs 4 trillion Muhammad Zubair
Forex reserve of govt reduced from 16 crore 62 lac dollar to 13.53 billion dollar
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 25 2018
DAWN NEWS
Rs150bn loss at generation stage alarms Nepra
THE NEWS
CPEC signifies economic stability of Pakistan PM
Rights activists fear repressive state actions may affect GSP+ status
Exports to China hold $3.3 billion potential
Customs warned against invalid plant, material imports
Pakistan on right course to secure GSP Plus extension EU official
SBP likely to hold policy rate
LCCI team to visit US in March
Pakistan far more secure today than in 2013 governor
KE refuses to act on ombudsmans directions
B RECORDER
Trade interests brook no complacency
First-ever International Gwadar Expo-2018 on January 29
MPS tomorrow Key policy rate may remain Unchanged
Textile exports witness uptick
Alamgir Firoz made chief of FPCCI body
Consultative session held for strategic trade policy
Indonesian Presidents visit to help increase trade volume Iftikhar
Pakistani businesses deserve better deals from Chinese PBC
DAILY JANG
Monetary policy will be announced tomorrow
Impartiality done with Sindh with regard to valuation of properties
DAILY EXPRESS
Efforts failed to stop imports partial exports restored
Compliant tax payers exempted from audit
Karachi is the cheapest city according to inflation.
Governor State Bank will announce monetary policy tomorrow in press conference
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 24 2018
DAWN NEWS
Islamabad seeks duty reduction on exports to China
Economy on the move, says Miftah
Pakistan has no plan to enter IMF programme
Power cost revision to benefit consumers
THE NEWS
NA body withdraws proposal on incentive for industrial importers
FBR withdraws sales tax, duty on cotton imports
Textile exports up 8pc to $6.6bln in July-December
Skewed tax rates, poor HR policies discourage investment in Pakistan
New trade policy to attract FDI in exports sector
Pakistan keeps terrorists on the run and economy on a roll Nikkei Asian Review
EU takes Panama, seven others off tax haven list
B RECORDER
Cotton import SRO on exemption of duty issued
PM assures PTEA of resolving textile exporters problems
Forex reserves situation quite satisfactory SBP chief
Exports of textile group post growth of 10 percent in December
Export slide PM blames ambiguity in policy
Trade concessions Islamabad, Beijing have different positions on timing
GSP Plus status for Pakistan European parliaments bi-annual review to decide continuation
Identical tax ratios for industrial, commercial importers urged
Issues hindering countrys exports to be addressed Shahbaz
FPCCI for abolishing FBR officials discretionary powers
PCMA urges government to withdraw RD from essential Chemicals
Hassle-free visa policy for foreign investors urged
SBP autonomy and monetary policy – III
DAILY JANG
Improvement in economy Pakistan supersedes India
No need of loan from IMF during current year Governor SBP
Mafia Failed in stopping issuance of SRO exports will be increased by 3 billion dollar
Rs 201 billion loan released to private sector by banks during current year 2017-2018
Serious steps being taken to promote business and to increase revenue Haroon Akhtar
Japan is keen to increase export of textile sport goods mangoes from Pakistan
SRO issued with regard to import of cotton sales tax and custom duty
Good news with regard to growth of economy
Trade deficit of 9 billion dollar import duty on cotton abolish
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 23 2018
DAWN NEWS
No decision yet on clearance of used cars MoC
Govt prepares to take aim at tax evaders
Sindh moves on Special Economic Zone status
Pakistan should exploit GSP+ potential envoy
Richest 1pc made 82pc of wealth created last year Oxfam
THE NEWS
Emerging economies WEF ranks Pakistan better than India
No furnace oil import from next year, Senate told
Solar panels create 300 times more toxic waste than nuclear plants
WB advises credit access to improve business environment
Private sector credit falls 26 percent in July-Jan
IMF maintains global growth forecasts
FPCCI chief to attend Saarc conclave
B RECORDER
BoP, budgetary support over $17 billion borrowed in four years
$71.6 million loans procured from foreign banks in December
Textile sector urges Abbasi to abolish duties, taxes on yarn import
Another tax amnesty scheme on the cards?
Imported cotton lobby creating hurdles in implementation of ECC decision
Imports before January 9 MoC to allow 8,000 cars sans foreign bank account details
State Bank for behavioural tools to encourage tax paying
Textile value-added growth persists
Mastercard offers 15pc discount on flydubai
Bilateral trade with Indonesia may grow manifold
STPF 2018-2023 HCSTSI presents proposals to TDAP
Joint press conf today Pakistani cos to be invited to China Expo
Formulation of strategic trade policy 2018-2023 Initiated
EU envoy says relations with Pakistan have reached level of maturity
Banking transaction LCCI terms WHT tax economic intimidation
DAILY JANG
Precaution ary measures must for workers
DAILY EXPRESS
IMF is accepting un expected economic growth
F.P.C.C.I. demands tax rate below 10%
Indifferent behavior with Sindh with regards to property evaluation belaimed
25 Pakistani companies will take part in tax word Paris
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 22 2018
DAWN NEWS
Economic train remains on track
Will providing amnesty yield results?
THE NEWS
Economic train remains on track
B RECORDER
Some AOs, PAs found involved in malpractices
FBR plea against single bench order dismissed by LHC
Abbasi following Dars prescription
SBPs first quarter report for Fiscal year 2018
BMP for balance of trade between Pakistan & Indonesia
Collective efforts needed for Karachis prosperity Zubair
SSGCL AD Warning For As Customers Illegally Using Gas Compressors
DAILY JANG
Only overseas Pakistanis can import used cars Ministry of Commerce
Protest against weak precautionary measures for safety of industrial workers
Scheme to disclose foreign assets
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 21 2018
DAWN NEWS
Tax collection growth surpasses rise in current expenditure
Used cars to be cleared on old tax procedure
THE NEWS
High taxes on car imports may hurt competition
State Bank proposes task force to promote return filing
Govt urged to abolish duty, taxes on cotton yarn import
Trade policy likely to focus on exports
Withdrawal of excise stamp urged
B RECORDER
$34bn foreign loans taken in 4 years
Power consumers Rs2.8/unit refund likely for Dec 2017
LCCI wants trade policy to focus on exports-related Issues
Industrial transformation through CPEC Potential opportunities
PBIF chief for increasing textile package
DAILY JANG
Electric tariff likely to be reduced by Rs 2.77
Tax amnesty scheme likely to be imposed via presidential ordnance
DAILY EXPRESS
Large scale manufacturing increased by 7.19% during July November
Demand to abolish bank guarantee condition for solar installation
Data base authority have no data disclosed FBR got surprised
Value added textile demands abolition of taxes on import of yarn
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 20 2018
DAWN NEWS
Economy set to achieve 6pc GDP growth SBP report
Current account gap expands to $7.4bn
Big industry production shrank 2.02pc in November
Revised PTA will boost rice exports to Indonesia
PM Abbasi reviews GSP+ status progress
FTO takes notice of FBRs failure to improve exports
THE NEWS
Cabinet approves recovery of GIDC from CNG sector
Pakistan joins Trillion Dollar Markets Club
Delay in issuance of SRO Tax export suffers colossal loss
Pakistan allows visa on arrival for group tourists from 24 countries
SBP emphasises innovative policies to raise foreign inflows
PM tasks officials to secure GSP Plus status beyond 2018
C/A deficit widens 59pc to $7.413bln in first half
Govt evolving strategy to enhance exports minister
Raise in exports must to address economic imbalances FTO
B RECORDER
Current account deficit up by 59 percent in first half
Economy well poised to achieve 6 percent growth SBP
Inflation forecast exchange rate depreciation, uncertain global oil rices major risks
PM for cashing in on GSP Plus opportunity
SME – prime mover of the economy
20 tariff lines with Indonesia successful trade diplomacy helps gain concessions ministry
CPEC-related ventures government must reassess implications of FTA with China SBP
DAILY JANG
To resolve exporters tax issues is service to the country Mushtaq Sekhra
Friendly polices should be devised to increase foreign exchange and exports state bank
DAILY EXPRESS
Inflation can be increased GDPs growth rate expected at 6% state bank
Indonesia abolished duty on 20 Pakistani products including Mango an denim
Souomoto action if refund cheques not released inspite of orders
Current account deficit increased in 1st 6 months by 7.41 billion dollar
Use of forged E-forms for exports detected
Comprehensive consultation on trade policy frame work hailed
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 19 2018
DAWN NEWS
Pakistans foreign reserves slide continues
India to set up $350m fund to finance solar projects
Indonesia offers Pakistan better market access
Pak-Iran train services to resume by September
Ministry of Commerce AD titled policies leading to export growth
NADRAs AD on setup of Executive Passport offices in 12 cities
THE NEWS
Trade balance helps overcome external account challenges FM
FBR relaxes duty payment condition on car imports
Forex reserves slip to $19.77bln
PCCC restructuring likely to start taking shape next week
SSGC advises industry to use RLNG
KE accepts applications for net metering
Govt urged to bring down sales tax to a single-digit
Amnesty scheme should help economic growth FPCCI
B RECORDER
Cabinet approves recovery of GIDC from CNG sector
Finding the constituency for Make-in-Pakistan
Zia endorses KCCIs demand for representation in SSGCs BoD
Customs value of different chemicals revised
FPCCI hails PMs amnesty scheme
Forex reserves slip below $20bn
French envoy evolves special action plan to boost trade with Pakistan
2015-2018 STPF badly failed to meet target of exports growth
KATI leaders advice to entrepreneurs
20 tariff lines Indonesia cuts duty to zero percent
DAILY JANG
Forex reserves slip to $19.77bln
Value added textile sector is the back bone of economy
FPCCI Punjab business symposium will be held on 23rd January at Lahore
New policy announced for bullet proof vehicles permission to obtained for import and production
DAILY EXPRESS
Consultative meeting on new 5 year trade policy will be held on 25th January at Lahore
Decision to install scanners at border to curb illegal trade
Pakistan offers prefential trade agreement to Saudi Arabia
Nomination to be given to Karachi Chamber on SSGCL board favored
Planed to increase trade with Pakistan French envoy
Bank withholding tax becomes hurdle in business deposits
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 18 2018
DAWN NEWS
Industry group calls for release of detailed CPEC long-term plan
Trade dispute resolution body being established
State Bank launches systemic risk survey
PM announces plans for foreign assets amnesty scheme
THE NEWS
FBR for 3-5pc tax to bring offshore assets to Pakistan
Six FBR chief commissioners, commissioners appointed
PM spells out plan to remove fiscal woes of country
Spinners to suffer $500mln in losses
Loans rollover, tax cut advised to abridge C/A gap
Govt urged to allow provinces collect indirect taxes
B RECORDER
Foreign assets One-time tax amnesty scheme on the cards
PM to announce package for industrial refunds Soon
How realistic is Make in Pakistan
Garment sector not invited in ISB moot Bilawani
CII recommends renaming Black Friday as Blessed Friday
Stop hurting industry, encourage Make in Pakistan PBC
K-Electric installs 90,000 new connections in FY2017-18
Faisalabad to emerge as important industrial, business centre
STPF 2018-23 Business community hails initiative to seek suggestions
Emirates launches exciting global sale for travellers from Pakistan
DAILY JANG
Draft of declaration scheme for foreign assets abroad sent to prime minister
Work on tax reforms is in progress prime minister
Minister revenue appointed new chief commissioner and commissioners in big cities
Prime minister will announce refund package for exporters state minster finance
Pakistans textile industry likely to face deficit of 50 crore dollar
Garment association expressed concern on non-inviting in meeting of ministry of planning
SRO not issued with regard to abolition of duty on import of cotton
K- Electric begins purchasing surplus electricity from consumers
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 17 2018
DAWN NEWS
Cabinet approves stricter penalties for Ehteram-i-Ramazan violators
China urged to encourage imports from Pakistan
BBC report shines fresh light on fake degrees business
Haj applications to be received also on Saturday, Sunday
Foreign direct investment drops 3pc despite growing inflows from China
FBR revamps real estate valuation rates in selected localities
India ends decades-old subsidy for Haj pilgrims
New environmental council approves last years SEQS
Property tax collection to be devolved to local govt once officials trained, PA told
THE NEWS
Thousands of Britons fooled into buying Axact fake degrees
Suppressing a sneeze can be dangerous!
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia renew pledge to boost investment, trade ties
PM Abbasi may soon unveil new exports package
Commerce ministry approves tax payment system for imported cars
UAE keen to improve bilateral trade relations
Karandaaz committed to double SMEs financing share
B RECORDER
No property survey conducted in Sindh since 2001
Property valuation rates adjusted in only six major cities FBR
SBP autonomy and monetary policy — II
Five major policy areas to constitute customs budget
STPF 2015-18 is a failure, top MoC official tells Senate body
DAILY JANG
Out of 2239 only rates of 13 areas reduced amongst 6 big cities in FBR valuation table
DAILY EXPRESS
Sale of bonds foreign direct investment increased by 1.54 billion dollar during July-December
Pileup of pending cases FBR forgotten to devise audit policy
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 16 2018
DAWN NEWS
Equitable taxation measures in next budget
Consumer confidence at an all-time high in Pakistan
THE NEWS
Families of Baldia factory fire victims to receive pension from February
Cotton import must for local industriesto continue spinning
FBR and IMF damned if you do, damned if you dont
B RECORDER
Work on fiscal year 2019 budget in full swing
Govt ready to consider convincing proposals for tax relief
Letter to S M Muneer government to continue to facilitatebusiness people, Abbasi gives assurance
Refund payments to exporters to start next month minister
Pak-China FTA phase-II talks hit snag
Foreign banks $7.9 billion loans procured at higher interest rates
Financial details of individuals/entities FBR compiles list of 101 states on AEFI
DAILY JANG
New federal budget likely to be announced in May
Foreign trade and economic improvement
Pakistan is one of the emerging markets after far East, Africa declared
DAILY EXPRESS
Pakistan should make CEPEC part of national strategy Chinese envoy
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 15 2018
DAWN NEWS
Are measures to boost exports bearing fruit
Oil on the boil is bad news for govt
Everything comes at a price even a stable rupee
Putting China-Pakistan ties on an even keel
Preferential trade deal with Saudi Arabia
Lahores economy Rs1 trillion and growing Dr Nadia Tahir
THE NEWS
FBRs NRO with its officers facing 300 inquiries
An Interview with Mehmood Bhatti 1
An Interview with Mehmood Bhatti 2
B RECORDER
Property valuation – two steps back
Textile sector welcomes depreciation
PHMA for abolishing duties on polyester yarn
Law to be amended to recover GIDC from CNG sector
DAILY JANG
DAILY EXPRESS
After European Union US GS+ scheme is also in doldrum
6% increase in exports to European Union countries
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 14 2018
DAWN NEWS
Miftah promises tax amnesty scheme
SME financing credit where credit is (over)due
THE NEWS
Government adds 10,000MW power to national grid PM
Govt to announce amnesty for undeclared foreign assets ahead of OECDs treaty
Womens access to business success not without end of bias
US urged to enhance trade, soften stance
LCCI opposes fresh regulatory duties
B RECORDER
Tax issues of 9 entities FBR, SAT China to set up joint working group
Pak-US Business Council for obliterating trust-deficit on war against terror
LCCI opposes move to impose fresh RD
Punjab chalks out 100-day plan to improve business Environment
Govt urged to help resolve issues of SMEs, cottage Industry
FPCCI for enhancing trade ties with Maldives
Moveable & immoveable properties Another amnesty scheme in the offing Miftah
DAILY EXPRESS
Decision to introduce one more amnesty scheme
Pending cases for audit pileup FBR in fix
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 13 2018
DAWN NEWS
Abbasi calls for increased trade with Sri Lanka
Govt mulls fresh regulatory duties
Loans to private sector drop by Rs100bn
THE NEWS
Pakistan Business Council favours power generation from RFO-based plants
Collection of direct taxes must to increase fiscal space
Pakistan to step up trade inroads into Sri Lanka Malik
B RECORDER
MoC makes admission Tariff lines representing industrial inputs also subjectedto RD
Filing of documents SECP unveils intermediaries registration rules
Suggestions for ease of doing business
Sri Lankan President inaugurates Pakistan Single Country Exhibition
FBR urged to issue IT exemption certificates
Pakistan on the rise-2018 — II
Imported cotton FBR to notify waiver of GST and duty official
No reversal of policy on real estate valuation, says FBR
DAILY JANG
Policy of valuation of property not withdrawn only 6 cities property reviewed F.B.R
Steep rise in cotton price across the world. Ahsanul Haq
DAILY EXPRESS
40% implementation on conditions of GSP Plus conventions
Sri Lanka president inaugurated Pakistans Tarde Faiz
Decision of evacuee trust with regard to Karachi Chamber building set aside
India stopped selling cotton started importing price increased
Value Addition is must for increasing exports Ghazanffar
Next budget will be business friendly Haroon Akhtar
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 12 2018
DAWN NEWS
China issues sweeping guidelines to push yuan for Belt and Road business
THE NEWS
Pakistans GDP to remain at 5.5pc in current fiscal year WB
GDP growth strengthens national economy Mamnoon
Jang Economic Session Take cautious approach to ventures with China experts
Duplicate collection figures irk FBR high-ups
Domestic debt up 6 percent to Rs15.766 trillion in July-November
FBR revises down valuations of properties in six cities
Forex reserves fall to $20 billion
Lessons from a doomed sector that once loomed large
Infrastructure development aimed to attract FDI advisor
B RECORDER
Forex reserves down $134 million
Residential and commercial properties anomalies in valuation of some categories removed
International trade FBR sets up PMO in Customs Wing
PIAF for uniform gas rates across country
Can Pakistan survive without US aid?
New travel advisory to US citizens issued
AD Pakistan Textile Exporters Association
DAILY JANG
Haj application will be received from 15th January
Forex reserves fall to $20 billion
Japan can invest in various sectors Pakistan Rana Afzal
DAILY EXPRESS
Federal govt reduced valuation rate of property by 57%
High cost of production is the main hurdles in obtaining exports order
Request to abolish taxes duty on import of yarn
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 11 2018
DAWN NEWS
New fatwa says azaan can be recited before newborns are bathed
Ishrat nominated for IMFC chair
Exports register 15pc growth in Pakistan
75pc foreign investors foresee business growth
Economic growth to pick up pace in Pakistan, says World Bank report
Two Chinese men held with skimming device for stealing data from ATM
CM performs groundbreaking for vehicle inspection system
THE NEWS
Importers to cut LPG supply if tax, duty not taken back till Feb
SaudiGulf Airlines starts operation to Pakistan from March 1
Pakistan denies budget deficit increase to Rs826 bn
Facilitating local, foreign investors govts priority PM
Dr Baig congratulates Haroon Akhtar
Resolving businessmens issues top priority Miftah
Two Chinese skimmers caught trying to steal ATM data
Roadworthy vehicles beneficial to citizens and environment, says CM
Trade deficit widens 24.5pc to $17.963 billion in July-Dec
As US freezes aid, Pakistan dismisses economic fears
Ishrat Hussain nominated as candidate for IMFC chair
World Bank forecasts Pakistan growth at 5.5 percent
Foreign investors eyeing more stakes in Pakistan survey
US company keen to invest in economic sectors
B RECORDER
Cabinet decides to assess cotton production pattern
1H trade deficit widens to $17.963bn
Currency turbulence in session
The spaghetti bowl of finance ministry
IMFC Chairmans post Dr Ishrat to be Pakistans candidate
Foreign Investors in upbeat mood OICCI Perception & Investment Survey report presented to PM
Rs25-30bn potential target Decision to levy RD on non-essential items not implemented in toto
Murad vows to help resolve industrialists issues
FPCCI voices concern over FBRs inaction over bank transactions WHT
APTMA chief for uniform gas price across country
LHC ruling IR commissioners can neither issue show-cause, nor assessment order
APTMA AD on felicitation to Mr. Haroon Akhtar Khan on his evolution to Federal Minister for Revenue
Pakistan Textile Exporters Association APPEAL
DAILY JANG
Process of biometric for Haj and Umrah pilgrims begins again
Pakistan economic progress is expected at 5.5% world Bank
Revenue target of Rs.4050 billion to be achieved with cooperation of F.B.R team Haroon Akhtar
Most of the members of overseas investor chamber planning to invest more in Pakistan
Street crimes very low in Karachi in comparison to big cities of the world Chief Minsiter
Our traders exporters will suffer loss through Chinese currency exporters
Countrys exports increased by record 11.25% Younus Dhagha
Tax reforms approved by prime minister pickup speed in F.B.R
DAILY EXPRESS
Weak tax collection Pakistan failed to over come trade deficit
Preparation underway to collect new tax on account of lifting garbage
Trade deficit increased during 6 months by 17 billion 96 crore dollar
Economic progress will continue in Pakistan World Bank
Site Association requests to allot development fund o SITE area
D.G.T.O refused to issue cancelled licenses against old names
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 10 2018
DAWN NEWS
FIAs Sindh chapter launches cybercrime complaint portal
SBP reverses decision allows cash dollar import to improve supply
Further depreciation of rupee to pose short-term challenges Moodys
Tax info exchange with Switzerland to start soon
Haroon appointed first revenue minister
THE NEWS
Haroon Akhtar made PMs Special Assistant on Revenue
FIAs Cyber Crime Circle gets online presence
Moodys sees further rupee depreciation expects inflation spike
SBP lifts ceiling on dollar imports
Company registration witnesses 44pc growth in H1
Customs clearance of cars halts over bank certificate requirement
PMs pledge to remove all cotton yarn import duties hailed
Pulling wool on govts eyes wont help mills spin out of trouble
B RECORDER
Arif Khan made new Finance Secretary
PKR likely to face depreciation pressures Moodys
Further PKR depreciation depends on key data
SBP allows 100pc cash import of dollar
PM calls for expanding trade ties with China
Export of readymade garments surpasses $1bn mark
Body forms to examine industrial pollutions issue
PRGMEA hails PMs pledge to abolish yarn import Duties
Issue of dual taxation taken up with Sindh PRA chief
SBP autonomy and monetary policy — I
Summary to ECC Issue of RD to be addressed says FBR official
Nawazs proposal to reduce income tax rate to be examined Rana Afzal
Federal ministers status for Haroon Khan
DAILY JANG
Arif Ahmed Khan appointed as secretary Finance notification issued
Economy becomes improving no need to go IMF state minister finance
Exports can be increased by making refund immediately SM Muneer
Exhibition of Pakistan products will be held at Sri Lanka from 12th January
Nooriabad industrial estate likely to get tax exemption
DAILY EXPRESS
Rupees depreciation decision to restore import of dollar on 100% cash
Business community expressed concern on rupees depreciation
HIEMTEXTIL Frankfurt begins 218 Pakistani companies participated
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 09 2018
DAWN NEWS
Gas tariff hike for industry stayed
Nawaz asks Miftah to give tax relief to people
Karachi to have five industrial treatment plants
Trade deal with Saudi Arabia likely
Honda raises prices by up to Rs60000
Chinese diplomat visits Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry
THE NEWS
Collection of industrial gas tariff stayed
Nawaz directs Miftah to introduce tax reforms
Rupee touches record high of 113 against dollar in open market
International terminal at Sialkot airport inaugurated
Investment policy to be made part of STPF
B RECORDER
Pakistani banks prudent approach Iran will have to make do with barter option
Miftah gets guidelines from Nawaz
Reduction in electricity gas rates under consideration Abbasi says
Increase in gas tariff challenged
Proposals to make PMs package effective being considered
Bangladesh shivers in record low temperatures
PRGMEA demands abolition of duties on cotton yarn
Input/output tax adjustment Rationalisation between FBR PRAs remains pending since 2013
Imported dollars Exchange cos assured of sameday payment
DAILY JANG
Pakistan reject proposal to issue bonds in Chinese Currency
Plan to setup 200 MV electric generation project
Income tax should not be deducted on monthly income upto Rs. 1 Lac Nawaz Sharif
2.95% increase in fixed investment by private sector during last year
DAILY EXPRESS
Chief statistician Asif Bajwa stands retired.
Pakistan total bilateral trade increased by 74 billion dollar
Repee depreciated on the demand of exporters Youns Dagha
Pakistan becomes more attractive country for investment French Envoy
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 08 2018
DAWN NEWS
Tighter rules for forex companies
Early reports signal continuation of GSP+
THE NEWS
Govt still undecided over its final budget
B RECORDER
Extension of surcharges on power consumers Ministry to send summary to ECC
Gas-load management plan of previous govt being Followed
DAILY JANG
Trade deficit 2018 is a big challenge
Trying to reduce electric tariff Rana Afzal
Regulatory duty will be imposed on more unessential items secretary commerce
DAILY EXPRESS
Dealers banks declined to receive DDT claims under the prescribed rules
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 07 2018
DAWN NEWS
Plan to settle refund claims thru post-dated cheques
Abbasi promises two million gas connections by June
THE NEWS
Govt considers slashing gas, power tariffs to ease cost of doing business
Bad governance breeds corruption economic crimes
SBP urged to abolish cash dollar import restriction
Ministry plans more duties on imports
KCCI will never support facilitators of extortion mafia
Pakistans trade prospects in 2018
B RECORDER
Blockage of highways Chambers urge govt to ensure smooth flow of exports
Duty drawback claims Exporters voice concern over dealers, banks attitude
RD on luxury imports on the cards, says Dhaga
Traders facilitating extortionists wont be supported Teli
Imports, exports Yuan may help water down impact of US threats PBIF
Bilour vows to help resolve business communitys Issues
LTUs, RTOs told to achieve 2H revenue target at all Costs
DAILY JANG
Arif Ahmed Khan likely to be appointed as secretary Finance
DAILY EXPRESS
Govt Announced to impose RD on more items
Market direction changed cotton business stopped in Pakistan
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 06 2018
DAWN NEWS
Dollar strengthens in kerb trade stable in interbank
Sales tax duties on import of cotton waived
First 5-year trade policy on its way
Aid cut incentive US tells Pakistan
THE NEWS
ECC approves Rs39bln guarantee for Jamshoro project
India lowers economic growth forecast ahead of budget
Exports likely to reach $23 billion in FY18
B RECORDER
Effective Monday GST duty on imported cotton withdrawn
Avoidance of dual taxation treaty inked with HK
3.2m SMEs exist in country Dr Ayesha
LCCI chief urges govt to promote green technology across country
Nation ready to face challenges being faced by country FPCCI
Foreigners buy $22.957m shares in a week
Export volume to touch $23bn says Dagha
Govt succeeds in overcoming energy crisis to a great extent Afzal
DAILY JANG
UP and down in senior bureaucracy 7 federal secretaries replaced
Investigation begins on missing security bonds cheque from the custom record.
Business community in favour of currency swap agreement Zahid Hussain
CEPEC investment trade conference will be held at Beijing on 29th January
F.B.R begins preparation on new federal budget recommendation sought up to 18th January.
DAILY EXPRESS
Current year exports will reach up to 23 billion dollars Secretary Commerce
Islamabad expressed concern on external debts by 41%
Avoidance of double taxation agreement with Hong Kong effective
Failure expected in G.S.P. Plus review
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 05 2018
DAWN NEWS
Provinces least interested in devolution as per 18th Amendment
SBP chief expresses optimism about SME financing
FPCCI asks Sindh CM to unveil water plan
THE NEWS
Economy suffered due to accountability says Rana Afzal
No need for IMF bailout package minister Rana Afzal
Over 37 million payment cards issued in first quarter SBP
Govt must set realistic tax targets to keep development goals intact
Forex reserves down to $20.154bln
Sindh CM must devise water plan
B RECORDER
Umrah visa Saudi government postpones fingerprint Condition
FBR kicks off fiscal year 2019 budget preparation exercise
Pakistan will meet repayment deadlines minister
Increase imposition of RD FBs proposal blocked
Sindh government to set up business facilitation desk at KCCI
SME finance policy SBP to conduct awareness programmesBajwa
Textile makers slam government for not paying refunds
RD on dozens of imported items revised
Trumps tirade against Pakistan business community shows solidarity with government armed forces
FCCI bodies help resolve business communitys problems VP
SMEDA develops programme for SMEs under PSDP
WCCI candidate opens new Pandoras box
Re-thinking the tariff structure
ATM skimming fraud SBP officials suspect bank staffs involvement
A rapid fire round with MNA Rana Afzal - Minister of State for Finance
DAILY JANG
Business facilitations desk will be setup at Karachi Chamber
Industrial stability is a must for national progress Muhammad Zubair
DAILY EXPRESS
Economy is stable will not go to IMF Rana Afzal
FBR begins preparation for new budget
5 to 20% regulatory duties reduced on import of 35 items
FBR called chief commissioners conference tomorrow
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 04 2018
DAWN NEWS
CFOs told to authenticate companies statements
Britain open to foreign investment trade minister
THE NEWS
Another name being considered for post of finance secretary
ICCI wants withdrawal of hike in petroleum products prices
SECP issues directives for listed companies
Cotton production increases 7 percent
WHT system discourages manufacturing sector PBC
FPCCI team expresses gratitude
B RECORDER
Reducing cost of power plants efficiency big challenges PM
PRGMEA seeks relaxation in yarn import duties
Unregistered persons LHC suspends applicability of further ST on supply of goods
CFOs of listed firms required to authenticate financial statements SECP
Industrialists now prefer trading over manufacturing opine exporters
DAILY JANG
More names under consideration for secretary finance appointment
F.B.R collected during 1st 6 months 1150000 tax return
Working to reduce cost of doing business prime minister Abbasi
New rules for U.S Visa ten lac persons to face deportation mostly Indians
DAILY EXPRESS
Pakistan population stands at 207774 520
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 03 2018
DAWN NEWS
Door open to yuan-based trade with China SBP
FBR drags its feet on key reforms
Cotton price soars to Rs8,100 per maund
FPCCI for removal of duties on leather sector
THE NEWS
Pakistan becomes largest recipient of Chinese soft loans
LHC declares Super Tax on Rs500 million income valid
SBP says businesses free to choose yuan for bilateral trade with China
SECP registered 8,286 new companies in 2017
Poor policy response makes textile industry uncompetitive
Govt urged to remove quarantine requirements, import duties on leather
APTMA calls for implementation of long-term policy
BoI to support machinery import without customs duty
B RECORDER
Pakistani, Chinese enterprises are free to trade in Yuan SBP
Govt will have to approach IMF to avert default
Govt criticised for increasing POL products prices
Murad urged to cut SRB taxes on services
Disposal of waste SSWMBs plan to reserve around 500 acres of land
Imposition of super tax Identical petitions dismissed
New finance team to overcome trade deficit PRGMEA
Economically strong Pakistan can handle pressures LCCI
APTMA chief seeks revival & growth of textile industry
Increase in petroleum prices challenged in Supreme Court
IT applications Instructions issued on unauthorised sharing of passwords
DAILY JANG
Pakistan becomes largest recipient of Chinese soft loans
Notification issued to reduce electric tariff by Rs 3.11 per unit
Increase in POL prices challenged in Supreme Court
Preparation under way to sell imported LNG at CNG stations in Sindh
DAILY EXPRESS
Secretary finance to retire on Friday lobbying started for the slot
License of APTMA Hyderabad chamber including 12 trade bodies cancelled
Stable Pakistan can meet pressure Lahore chamber
Textile sector ignored development fund not released
Decision to restrict import of dollar up to 35%
Pakistans foreign trade can be done in Yan
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 02 2018
DAWN NEWS
Increase in oil prices challenged
Opposition parties threaten protests over petroleum prices hike
SBP move likely to cause dollar shortage in open market
Trade bodies slam hike in POL prices
S Arabia UAE levy VAT in first for Gulf
Centres control over natural gas irks Senate panel
THE NEWS
US assistance no more needed says Miftah
Chinese companies ICCI to promote trade
Goods transporters increase fares after hike in petroleum prices
SBP extends dollar import facility
Economy strengthened political instability checks gains
B RECORDER
PYMA demands removal of regulatory duty
BD forex reserves rise to $332bln
Saudi, UAE introduce VAT in first for Gulf
SBP restricts import of cash USD
PTEA FELICITATION “AD” ON JOININING THE PORIME MINITERS DYNAMIC AND VISIONARY ECONIMIC TEAM
Let provinces tax on their own
Date for payment of WHT extended
Solar power generation can be a viable option, KCCI research shows
Govt taking measures to expand tax net Miftah
Shahbaz felicitates FPCCI office bearers
Financial policies Miftah demanded to bring stakeholders on board
Sales decline in 2017 was worst in five years, traders say
17pc GST to be charged on motor spirit
LCCI concerned over impact of the hike in POL prices
No amnesty for proceeds of crime
IMF programme was not collusive
Circular debt soars to Rs525bn
DAILY JANG
Pakistan likely to get Saudi package of 2 billion dollar against default oil payment
FBR collected all time record revenue of Rs1725 billion
POL products during 1 Year price increased by Rs2107 per liter
Current year account deficit increased by 91%
From business point of view 2017 declared worst year during 5 years
2018 will also be encouraging year for countrys economy governor Sindh
FBR issued notices to 10000 wealthiest persons
New tax imposed in Saudi Arabia and UAE
DAILY EXPRESS
Senate meeting OGRA officials called on increase in POL prices
Petrol bomb New Years gift to public
Pakistan could not gain from GSP Plus
Exporters protest on attaching bank accounts for recovery of taxes
Discrepancies in WEBOC delay in clearance
1st time value added tax imposed in Gulf countries
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE January 01 2018
DAWN NEWS
Petrol to cost Rs4 more per litre
Currency outlook Will the central bank let the rupee fall again
ENERGY Will 2018 be a costly end to darkness
THE NEWS
New Year gift petrol diesel become dearer
UAE Saudi Arabia impose 5pc VAT under new taxation system
B RECORDER
1H tax collection shows 17.5pc increase
Petroleum products prices raised
SCCI urges govt to set up export monitoring body
Challenges for the new economic team
DAILY JANG
Petroleum produces becomes expensive in international markets prices are increasing
Tax reforms dialogue between Pakistan and World Bank today
FBR collected Rs 1722 billion revenue in 1st 6 months
2017 was best for economy challenges still continues economic experts
No new bond will be issued nor go to IMF Miftah Ismail
POL products prices increased 18 times during 41/2 years govt earned Rs 300 billion
Good news 11% growth in exports
DAILY EXPRESS
New Year gift petrol Rs 4.06 diesel Rs 6.25 kerosine oil Rs 6.74 costly
Last year was year of depreciation of Pak Rupees
Pakistan economy remain taking up and down during 2017
Governor Sindh facilitates FPCCI new elected office bearers
Irfan Yousuf appointed regional chairman of FPCCI for Punjab