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‘With political instability, economic activities sinking’
LCCI says chaos is tarnishing country’s image abroad
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Petroleum products: Industry fiercely opposes oil price hike
Asks government to instead cut taxes, non-development expenses
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Next govt won’t be able to modify budget: PM
Free and fair elections ensures prosperity, says Abbasi
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Budget Conflicts: Govt urged to withdraw withholding tax
LCCI president urges government not to pass the federal budget till necessary amendments are made
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Fairs and exhibitions: LCCI chief stresses promotion of trade
'Trade fairs and exhibitions are more than just a marketing tool'
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‘Strengthening relations with UK should be priority’
Exports can be enhanced through increased cooperation, says LCCI
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Revamping policies: LCCI for tax reforms after consultation
Suggests harmonisation of tax system to deal with dual taxation
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Indian envoy says bilateral trade with Pakistan can increase to $30b
Insists on removing non-tariff barriers, liberalisation of visa process
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Afghanistan levies 400 times higher duty on Pakistan goods
Pak-Afghan chamber suggests tariff rationalisation to tackle smuggling
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Future cooperation: Finland asks private sector to enhance interaction
Lahore chamber points out bilateral trade is losing momentum
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UK has lot of space for Pakistani businessmen
British MP says collective efforts are needed to boost trade volume
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Reforms needed to revive country’s agriculture
Experts stress the need to revolutionise agriculture, at a seminar at LCCI
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Embassy, LCCI join hands: Pakistan plans to set up display centre in Kuala Lumpur
Marketing called the most effective tool to expand businesses
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Pakistan, Malaysia: Countries discuss knowledge sharing
LCCI delegation visits industries in Kuala Lumpur
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Punjab collecting 97% of taxes through e-payment: Pasha
Provincial finance minister speaks at launch of online business registration portal
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LCCI calls for removing withholding tax
The LCCI said the issue of withholding tax is top of the list in terms of priority
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LCCI calls for revamping taxation system
Chamber organises seminar on e-payment facility
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LCCI calls for harmony in tax collection
The demand was raised by LCCI President Malik Tahir Javaid
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Pakistan needs to be economically strong to handle international pressure
LCCI officials say immediate economic reforms are needed to boost the country
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LCCI demands factual database
LCCI President was speaking at the launching ceremony of LCCI Research Report on State of Pakistan’s Economy
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Economy headed towards point of no return, warn businessmen
LCCI says rupee’s weakness adding to the country’s economic woes
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LCCI urges govt to revive Pakistan Steel Mills
Officials say steel import is eating into foreign exchange reserves
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LCCI welcomes suspension of RD
In a statement, LCCI Acting President and Vice President thanked the LHC
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Trade chambers demand immediate withdrawal of duty
Also flay withholding taxes, FBR’s discretionary powers; threaten to protest
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Public, private sectors can improve Pakistan’s ranking
Lahore Chamber asks govt to consult business community
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Digital printing will spark revolution in textile industry: LCCI
Foreign firms display products for joint ventures with local companies
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LCCI slams FBR for slapping duty without consultation
Urges govt to withdraw the decision, saying it will hit exports
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LCCI asks Punjab govt to scrap infrastructure cess
Officials argue it amounts to double taxation and is discriminatory
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LCCI demands end to double taxation by FBR
Stresses need for ease of doing business for economy’s growth
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LCCI stresses on tackling Pakistan’s brain drain
Officials say govt should launch effective programmes to address issue
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LCCI flays hike in electricity, gas tariffs
Accuses govt of writing off dues of defaulters, urges reduction in system losses
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Kalabagh dam will help save $2b annually: LCCI
Experts demand early building of dam to avoid water wastage
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LCCI, Philippines embassy to establish hotline-like contact
They will exchange trade, investment-related information
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High property tax rates hindering growth: LCCI
Chamber suggests tax increase should be 50% spread over three years
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Academia-Industry: MoU signed for stronger linkages
The agreement is a continuation of LCCI endeavours filling the gap between the industry and academia
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LCCI, SPFC to promote investments in forestry
Project aims to create 15,000 jobs, offer farmed wood for furniture-making
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Lahore, Sialkot chambers to conduct joint studies
Agree to share trade data, send proposals for federal budget
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Russia invited to explore untapped Pakistan market
LCCI says Pakistan can learn from Russia’s technological prowess
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Losses incurred: Lack of branding shifts benefits to other countries
LCCI for creating awareness through public-private partnership
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Modern agriculture practices can help avoid losses: LCCI
It calls for using hybrid seeds, adopting mechanised farming
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LCCI urges revival of Pakistan Steel Mills
Officials say enterprise is a strategic asset and vital for defence industry
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Fearing investment rollback, LCCI opposes EDB's closure
Says the move will 'derail progress of the engineering industry'
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LCCI fears ‘whistle-blower’ rules will spoil business climate
Asks govt to hold consultation before implementing the regulations
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LCCI for adopting new ways to cut fiscal deficit
Says govt needs to control administrative expenses, expand tax net
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LCCI asks for tax-free budget
Move will encourage people to come into tax net voluntarily
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Senate body stops FBR from raiding business premises
Tax officers will first have to take approval of the FBR chief
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LCCI calls for recycling waste water
The government should take guidelines and technologies from those countries that are advanced in water recycling
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LCCI takes initiative to improve ties
A special standing committee on industry-academia linkage was also established
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UK parliamentarians visit LCCI
Showed keen interest in developing economic relations between the two countries
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Historic decision: Court refers three cases to LCCI for mediation
One dispute resolved in just two hours, others under process
 
    
















































