International Monetary Fund Rejects Pakistan Concessionary Tax Proposal for New Energy Vehicles
The IMF opposes Pakistan’s plan to apply a reduced one percent sales tax on new energy vehicles, disrupting finalization of the upcoming Auto Policy 2026 31.
Ministry Challenges IMF EV Sales Tax Proposal, Seeks 1% Rate
The Ministry of Industries opposes the IMF eighteen percent GST proposal on electric vehicles advocating for a one percent rate across the entire value chain.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Orders Commercial Banks to Prioritize SME and Women Led Business Financing
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directs banks to simplify credit access for SMEs and women entrepreneurs while granting SME status to agricultural processing units.