TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 28, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Petroleum prices to go up sharply
Non-textile exports decline 6pc
Self-driving Nissan car takes to Europe’s streets for first time
Number of mobile phone users to surpass 5bn this year
THE NEWS
Pakistan joins countries producing solar panels
Governor Sindh visits Ikhtiar Baig
Costly power generation puts additional burden on consumers, govt
Pakistan among world’s top 10 fastgrowth mobile markets
Businessmen demand end to tax officials’ discretionary power
Efforts on to help Karachi benefit from CPEC, says governor
B RECORDER
Businesses continuing to benefit from aggressive rate cuts: ACCA report
ED issues last summons to Dr Zakir Naik
FBR told to take steps to check fake sales tax refund claims
Leather industry needs govt attention, says PTA Chairman
Nepra likely to approve refund of Rs1.62/unit for Jan
Pakistanis consume tea worthRs5.028bn in January
DAILY JANG
Recommendation to increase P.O.L prices. Final decision to be taken today.
Nawaz Sharif vision. Public got relief of Rs.120 billion in tax Haroon Akhtar
Businessmen demand end to tax officials’ discretionary power
All possible coperation will be provided to industrialists and traders in Karachi. Mohd Zubar
Notices issued by sepa to industries be immediately with drawn.
Sindh is the biggest victim of environmental change karim ahmed khawja
Forex improved Chinese bank gives 700 million dollar during 6 months.
Reduction of electric tariff by Rs.1.62 paisa per unit. decision likely today.
DAILY EXPRESS
Pakistan’s economy improved in current years. Forbes
Increase in price of petrol Rs.2.96, kerosene oil Rs.17.55 recommended
Proposal under consideration to declare foreign assets on giving tax at a fixed%
Summer begins temperature likely to go up to 30 degree
Businessmen demand end to tax officials’ discretionary power
Karachi industrialists will go to court against sepa
Mobile phone users reaches to 6 lac during last month
No raid without permission on tax payers. Members F.B.R
Expensive electricity is burden on consumers and govt
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 27, 2017
DAWN NEWS
PSM land allocated for industrial park under CPEC
‘Fright syndrome’ hits dollar holdings
Of rave reviews and constraints
THE NEWS
Discos collect Rs125 bn extra from consumers in two years
B RECORDER
ECC approves winding up of Pakistan Textile City
FTO asks FBR to comply with appellate authorities’ orders
Bangladesh opens first solar-powered food Warehouse
Over 4pc world’s population lives with depression
CPEC’s likely effects on local manufacturing
‘Pakistan has become the hub of denim,’ Mirza Ikhtiar Baig, former adviser to PM on textile
453 fake registered persons detected
DAILY JANG
Discos collected from consumers Rs.125 billion additionally
Trade dispute resolution organization inactive 12 disputes resolved during 4 years.
DAILY EXPRESS
Consumers loan increased by 3.5 times during July-January
U.B.G stressed consultation with stake holders on trade agreements
Cotton prices reduced due to selective buying.
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 26, 2017
DAWN NEWS
GSP+ failed to revitalise exports to EU in 2016
Textile exporters demand release of refunds
Sindh industrial estate awaits investors
SECP chief’s appointment challenged again in IHC
THE NEWS
Dubai ruler leads pedestrians by example
Customs to start one-window facility for exporters
Finance secretary supports SECP’s actions
B RECORDER
TY16 e-filers to be made part of new ATL
Zahid Khokar named as member Customs FBR
Govt urged to expedite process of refunding ST KARACHI:
Bangladesh releases arrested factory workers: union
Commercial importers: FBR to withdraw audit notices
DAILY JANG
Steps will be taken to bring closer Pak-American business community Aizaz Choudhary
Chairman FBR wills response to objections raised by audit general
FBR s digital withholding tax agents direct will be online within 2 week
DAILY EXPRESS
PTI raised objection on appointment of Dy Governor SBP
Every Pakistani citizen is under default of Rs 1 lac 15 thousand
Decision taken to declare non-filers who not filed return
High level change in FBR members custom replaced
FBR considering offer to country wide survey
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 25, 2017
DAWN NEWS
PM allows gas connections to areas of influential politicians
Japan to help install face recognition systems
Lessons for Pakistan from Trump’s America
SBP imposes 100pc cash margin on some imports
ATM cash in Delhi replaced with toy notes, handler held
THE NEWS
PHC stops income, sales tax recovery on power bills
FBR to deploy digital hub for withholding tax monitoring
SBP imposes 100pc cash margin on imports
Cut in cost of doing business to help address trade deficit
China says no intention of using currency devaluation to its advantage
B RECORDER
GAS SUPPLY CLOSURE EVERY SUNDAY INDUSTRIAL CAPTIVE POWER
Customs Act and the hierarchy of jurisdiction
Export of securities—seeks more details for registration of non-resident investors
Lack of skilled manpower: Customs dept marking containers despite advanced scanners at ports
SBP takes big step to narrow trade deficit
SME Bank welcomes LCCI’s proposals
FBR to pursue input tax adjustment cases in high Courts
Lasbela Chamber suggests steps to stop exports’ downward trend
DAILY JANG
100% Cash margin imposed on cars, mobile phones and selective items.
100% Cash margin condition imposed on import of selective items.
Members Customs Nasir Mehmood transferred.
DAILY EXPRESS
Trade with India 14 billion dollar deficit during 10 years.
Tax deductions of all with holding agents to be made public.
F.B.R has replaced 11 officers of I.R.S and Customs.
S.M.E Bank should explain its policies Lahore Chamber
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 24, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Land rush around Gwadar port triggered by Chinese investment
Textile, clothing exports decline
Reserves rise by $105.3 million
City industries threaten strike over Sepa notices
THE NEWS
‘Four Indonesians wealthier than poorest 100m’
Pilgrims to have mammoth relief in Haj this year
Top ex-officials among four indicted in TDAP graft scam
Value-added textile exports up in July- Jan; machinery imports soar
Forex reserves rise to $21.929 billion
Govt urged to reduce tax difference on finished goods, raw materials
Government asked to resolve interprovincial energy cost differentials
Industries threaten shutdown over SEPA Notices
B RECORDER
Forex reserves up by $105 million
Ministry bent upon importing LNG to cut power generation cost
Textile exports down 1.3 percent in January
Nepal invites LCCI delegation to investment summit
Businessmen term government’s security alerts ‘terrifying’
Malaysian CG proposes visa-free regime with Pakistan
Investors’ interests must be ensured in CPEC: UBG
Industries’ shutdown if SEPA notices not withdrawn
Trade :reading between the lines
DAILY JANG
High level chines delegation visits KATI agreed on Mutual cooperation
Steps being taken to complete ongoing development projects Shahla Raza
Industries threaten shutdown over SEPA Notices
Forex reserves rise to $21.929 billion
Travel ban new executive order by Trumph administration next week
DAILY EXPRESS
Industries’ shutdown if SEPA notices not withdrawn
Forex reserves rise to $21.929 billion
Malaysian offered abolition of visa to Pakistan
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 23, 2017
DAWN NEWS
SECP, SBP in joint move to tackle illicit lending
F.P.C.C.I “AD” On Applications are invited for 5th FPCCI Achievement Awards for 2016
SHC seeks report on slow-paced roadworks in Karachi
THE NEWS
Despite terrorism incidents, Pakistan’s economy on the rise
No one allowed to buy property abroad: SBP governor
Pak High Commission in UK says following rules in visa services outsourcing
‘Chinese firm to start collecting garbage in next 48 hours’
Importers warned of legal action
Top brands to boycott BD summit
B RECORDER
Businessmen asked to diversify exports to Kenya
Naseer Akhtar made chairman of FPCCI body
Properties abroad: SBP chief makes things clear to NA body
SRB to resolve stakeholders’ issues soon: chairman
SECP, SBP vow to eradicate financial scams
DAILY JANG
Permission is not given to anyone to purchase property abroad.
Few Pakistani products can be introduced in Africa high Commissioner Kenya
Mushtaq Kazmi appointed focal person of S.R.R
DAILY EXPRESS
No one is allowed to purchase property abroad governors S.B.P
Decision to take strict steps to clean financial system from fraudlers
1st multilateral agreement introduced in WTO’s history.
Kenya expressed concern on low volume of trade with Pakistan
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 22, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Regulatory bodies notification suspended
Industrialists accuse FBR of harassment
IMF calls for framework to streamline Islamic banking
Falling remittances to hit investment, consumption
‘NA body can’t set property prices’
Qalandar blast meant to scare away investors, says Zubair
THE NEWS
Ishtiaq Baig leaves for Morocco
LHC suspends notification placing regulatory bodies under ministries
Quaid-e-Azam Apparel Park Project
Businessmen protest misuse of Sales Tax Act
Sindh governor’s help sought against tax harassment
Indian PM urges US to keep an open mind on visas for skilled workers
FBR exempts export sectors from sales tax on fuel supply
B RECORDER
LHC rules against government control over regulatory Bodies
KCCI team, FBR chief meeting to be held soon: Zubair
GSP Plus status to remain intact by 2023: Dastgir
Exporters set to file compensation claims against Rs 50 billion ST Refunds
Nepal offers on-arrival visa to businessmen
Repatriation of funds by expats: FBR asked to come up with amnesty scheme proposal
Dar for keeping fiscal deficit within limit of four percent
Misuse of powers: Businessmen protest against FBR
APBF concerned over rising trade deficit
Wal-Mart scores solid US sales; earnings dip
Saudi Arabia sees first deflation in over a decade
Knitwear export up 0.17 percent
Fake email ID of SBP governor being used to cheat people
Number of cos registered with SECP stand at 77,473
DAILY JANG
LHC rules against government control over regulatory Bodies
FBR Rs 1849 billion tax collected during 7 months and 2 days
Important meeting will be called between traders and FBR
DAILY EXPRESS
LHC rules against government control over regulatory Bodies
Production of large scale manufacturing increased by 3.90% during July to September
Federal govt assured development fund for Karachi governor
Federal govt is not cooperating with industrialists with regard to effluent treatment plant Manzoor Wasan
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 21, 2017
DAWN NEWS
SBP warns banks over US notes crisis
KP, Canada ink MoU on solar power investment
SBP building capacity for ‘adverse situation’
Spell of terror attacks keeps buyers away
Nepra orders Discos to file tariff petitions
Listless trading on cotton market
THE NEWS
‘Tevta registers 32,541 companies in one year’
Sales tax refund claims mount to Rs110bln in July-Jan
Auditing reforms save government multibillion rupees
SBP asks banks, forex firms to accept old dollar bills
B RECORDER
Senate rejects PM’s executive order on regulatory bodies
CEPC Country faces higher risk of broadening trade deficit with China
KCCI president proposes automated system for refund claims
FED on POL items will spike its prices: FBR
K-Electric signs 25-year EPA with Oursun
Govt extending all possible support to exporters: Dastgir
Wind power projects under CPEC: PIAF lauds commercial operation in 2017
Experts calls for bio-safety measures to protest lives
Tevta registered 32,541 cos on SLMIS in one year
MoU with Canadian agency for solar-power projects in KP
SBP tells banks to accept all types of dollars
USAID project: First vegetables consignment shipped to Dubai via sea
DAILY JANG
End of every quarter, deposit of provident fund statement within one month compulsory
Government should refund of sales tax payment in time - Shamim Frpoo
Decision of regulatory bodies bring under the ministries is illegal Chairman Senate.
DAILY EXPRESS
Inaugurated of mobile app for railway on line ticket booking
Construction of under-pass will be started in March at Shah rah e- Faisal
Problems of exporters will be resolved in next budget.
Public Sector debts 25% increased from July to December.
Importer must submit tax return under consideration.
Line loses of electric increased after 2013-Mandiwala
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 20, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Consultants oppose piped gas to ‘uneconomical’ categories
India eying moon as energy source, ISRO professor tells seminar
Consequences of neo-liberalism on taxation
Multiple effects of withholding tax
Bangladesh’s apparel exports to US decline
THE NEWS
Senator’s son booked for holding FBR team at gunpoint
‘Citizens must know about workings of ACLC and CPLC’
B RECORDER
Economist spells out reasons behind rise in H1FY17 fiscal Deficit
ATIR can’t reverse relief to taxpayers without valid reasons: LHC
Dubai aims to launch hover-taxi by July
DAILY JANG
In future it will be difficult to hide black money
DAILY EXPRESS
Preparation begins to bring 20 lac non-filers into tax net
Cotton local prices reduced by Rs 100 to Rs 150 per maund
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 19, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Commerce minister not expecting any change
Textile and clothing sector in an upbeat mood
THE NEWS
Pakistan to access citizens’ past financial details in foreign countries
Businessmen lament SRB’s notices
B RECORDER
FTA with Indonesia linked to removal of NTMs
Responsibility of fair financial accounts rests with directors: SECP
Murad urged to withdraw SEPA notices
SRB to initiate sector-specific deliberations to resolve issues
Exporting industrial sectors Power tariff may be fixed at Rs7.37/unit
PPP-led govt collected Rs10.8bn EDS in 3 years
DAILY JANG
One person will be allowed along with passenger at Air Port
FBR collected Rs 1830 billion in comparison to Rs 1713 billion revenue
From 1st July European banks will be bound to disclose accounts of Pakistanis to FBR
Regional office of EOBI Shifted to Gulshan-e-Iqbal
Traders must continue business without fear DG Rangers
Cotton market textile and spinning mills purchased in precautions way cotton prices remain stable
Notices served on industries by SEPA is matter of concern Industrialist
TDAP invited applications for trade fair in Argentine up to 6th March
DAILY EXPRESS
TADAP will take delegation to tech textile Frankfurt
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 18, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Karachi tycoons decry ‘unfair’ property valuation
Proposal to hike gas tariff by 5pc to cover UFG losses
THE NEWS
SBP amends guidelines on asset freeze, travel ban
Current account deficit almost doubles to $4.716bln in July-Jan
Pakistan, HK sign accord to avoid double taxation
Unaccounted-for gas termed a major threat to SSGC’s balance sheet
B RECORDER
EMITEX BUENOS AIRES –ARGENTINA APRIL 04-06, 2017
Govt firms up: $600m loan from Chinese banks
Proscribed entities, persons: Banks, DFIs asked not to provide banking services
CA deficit surges over 90pc in 7 months
“AD” SSGCL Gas Supply Closure Every Sunday Industrial And Captive Power
Businessmen condemn suicide blast at Qalandar shrine
Increase in trade: Brazil envoy for removing communication gap
LCCI, Pak-consulate in Sydney to adopt mechanism to foster trade
Business seminar to revive sick industry of Punjab: Alauddin
FBR detects money laundering scam
Pakistan, Hong Kong sign deal on avoidance of double taxation
DAILY JANG
1, 80,138 Tax return filed in 7 months 70 days
Pakistan Banks not capable to handle financial need of C.E.C.P.C. Zahid Hussain
F.B.R collects revenue of 1820 billion in 7 months 16 days
F.B.R initiated revolutionary steps to stop money laundering and tax evasion.
DAILY EXPRESS
F.B.R Failed in auditing of year 2014 tax payers
Made mandatory for financial Institution to provide information to F.B.R
Current Account deficit by 4 billion 72 Crore dollar
Govt advised not to sign any more F.T.A
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 17, 2017
DAWN NEWS
OGRA “AD” On Stakeholders Awareness Session On Unaccounted For Gas Loss Benchmark Study
SSGC barred from charging estimated bills for faulty meters
Ministry intensifies efforts to boost exports
Dar reviews anti-money laundering measures
‘Education, science budget less than amount spent on Orange Line in Lahore’
Six industrial units closed by Sepa for violating environmental laws
THE NEWS
Norwegian Embassy shifted to Serena Business Complex
Six factories shut over environmental Pollution
TDAP scam hearing adjourned till March 16
Forex reserves fall to $21.824bln, lowest in 9 months
FBR wants disposal of court, audit cases to meet tax revenue target
Trade body demands end to ‘tax harassment’
Pakistan-HK forum focuses on promoting trade prospects
B RECORDER
Regulatory bodies: government move still attracts criticism
Every public co bound to maintain functional website: SECP
Bangladeshi garment workers live in fear
Senate body irked by absence of FBR chief
‘Ownership’ for claim of depreciation
Businesspeople’s legitimate concerns
Pakistan ahead of India in Economic Freedom Index: US think tank
Pakistan’s debt: response to finance minister
Audit suspension: Taxpayers still receiving notices despite FBR chief’s Assurance
Forex reserves suffer further erosion
DAILY JANG
USA trying to include Pakistan into travel ban
Rs 150 billion sales tax refunded to industrialist in 8 months Khurram Dastgir
Condemnable to harass industrialists by FBR KATI
Trade links between Pakistan and Indonesia should be strong Naheed Memon
More revenue collected in current fiscal year than last year Mukesh Kumar
Difficulties of Karachi traders be removed All Karachi Traders’ Alliance
Chinese investment is important for Pakistan’s economy Japanese Journal
Chairman FBR to disclose today details of money laundering
DAILY EXPRESS
Orders issued to close 6 factories on environment issues
TDAP scandal former prime mister called on 16th March
Sales tax refund will be made soon Khurram Dastgir presided federal textile board
Single tax collection to be introduced across the country proposal under consideration
One more amnesty scheme tax defaulters will be given opportunity to resolved old issue
Federation condemned new wave of terrorism
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 16, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Prices of petrol, HSD increased by Re1 each
Will we be the 16th largest economy in 2050?
Non-registration of trademarks hurting business
EU Parliament backs landmark Canada trade deal
TDAP to facilitate Techtextil Frankfurt delegates
THE NEWS
Petrol, diesel prices go up by Rs1 per litre
Increase in debt burden alarming, warn experts
Chinese Textile Park to further weigh on struggling Pak exports
UK retailer Tesco enters Pakistan market
FDI rises 9.9 percent to $1.161 billion in July-Jan
Provinces’ property tax revenue doubles to Rs4.75bln in July-Dec
KCCI seeks city-wise tax revenue breakup
Self-flying taxi to transport passengers In Dubai
B RECORDER
Federal govt officers allowed to exercise Ombudsman’s powers
Chinese investors keen to set up industrial park, power plants in Pakistan
CPEC: No trade concessions to China: Dastgir
FBR chief prods collectors to fetch Rs300bn
FBR to set up network to intensify enforcement actions
Finalising tax-related disputes pending with ADRCs: FBR may grant one-time opportunity to taxpayers
FTB meets today to discuss PM’s package
Heads of unions invited to discuss WWF-related issues
Korean Exim Bank VP due next week
LTUs, RTOs directed to overcome revenue shortfall
Pakistan, Indonesia holding another round of talks on PTA today
Petrol, HSD prices rise by Re 1 per litre
Preparations get under way for 14th My Karachi fair
Techtextil Frankfurt TDAP offers excellent opportunity
How do business chambers view CPEC?
DAILY JANG
Petrol and Diesel prices increased by Rs.1/- each
Rs.799 billion loan taken to fill deficit of budget Ministry Finance.
My Karachi exhibition under Karachi chamber will start from 7th April
Conditions in Karachi are in favour for investment Mohd Zubair
July to January foreign investment reached to Rs.1 billion 83 crore dollar
Foreign Investment increased by Rs.79 billion
No Change is being made in trade policy with China Khurram Dastgir
DAILY EXPRESS
Increased continuously 3 times Petrol Diesel costly Rs.1 each
July to January foreign investment reached to Rs.1 billion 60 crore dollar
Difficulties in appraisement east due to incompetent appointment of staff
My Karachi exhibition under Karachi chamber will start from 7th April
Strategy planned to resolve Industrial issues. Abdul Rahim
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 15, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Court orders FPSC to conduct CSS exam in Urdu next year
KE asked to produce accord with Shanghai Electric
SCCI urges trade promotion with Japan
THE NEWS
Dr Irshad made FBR Chairman, Revenue Division Secretary
Dar writes to WB chief for granting $300m loan to Pakistan
19 banks write off Rs4,653m loans, Senate told
FBR tightens noose around property Investors
Banks waived Rs4.653bln loans since March 2010
C/A deficit likely to surpass $6bln in FY17: StanChart
FPCCI to present budget proposals by next month
‘FBR must stop raids on markets’
Chinese keen to develop SEZ along CPEC route
B RECORDER
Irshad made Chairman FBR/Secretary Revenue Division
Decision on regulators termed violation of constitution
Loan write-off part, parcel of lending business: minister
Govt fails to contain fiscal deficit in 1HFY17
Readymade garments export increases by 6pc
41 sites for establishment of SEZs identified, NA body Told
LCCI urges FBR to stop conducting raids
Pakistan 2050: the future is bright
DAILY JANG
Federal govt appointed Dr.Mohd Irshad as chairman FBR
3195 new companies voluntarily entered into tax net
Large scale transfer of FBR members commissioners collectors expected soon
Officers of FBR bask scale assumed charge
SECP to monitor strictly listed companies
All issues of industrialists will get resolved secretary industry assured
DAILY EXPRESS
% of profit reduced investment saving schemes reduced by Rs 28 billion
Wrong statement tussel reached at peak in subordinate departments of FBR
IRS officers protest govt surrendered
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 14, 2017
DAWN NEWS
AJK president woos Karachi businesses
Diplomats stress trade promotion
Saeed reappointed deputy governor of SBP
Crackdown on fake cotton helps revive Egypt crop
THE NEWS
No toilet, no marriage: Indian Imams
State Bank may increase interest rate 50-75bps in second half: Credit Suisse
Pakistan sees end to routine power outages by year’s end
‘Govt cuts industrial load shedding to zero’
K-Electric falicitates customers
B RECORDER
Customs values of 13 imported chemicals revised
Factors such as China slowdown, sour ties with India behind export slide
Five regulatory bodies placed under MoIPC control
Last Collectors’ moot keeps mum on rebate/ duty drawback issue
Optimistic view of Pakistan’s economy
4th edition of Pakistan-Canada Trade Expo 2017 Toronto-Canada July 27-30-2017
DAILY JANG
Trade will be promoted by joint efforts of business community of Pakistan and Bahrain.
Industrial units be established by Karachi Business Community in Azad Kashmir. Sardar Masood
Black money worth Rs.17 billion converted into white money through property amnesty scheme
K-Electric falicitates customers
9,89,723 Tax returns deposited with F.B.R
Junaid Ahmed appointed Senior Vice Chairman stranding committee on law and order.
F.B.R received 22% more return in F.B.R in 7 1/2 months of current fiscal year
F.B.R replaced 11 officer of basic pay scale 19
DAILY EXPRESS
Tax target of Rs.4200 billion likely to be fixed for next Facial year
Inland revenue service officers observed strike on Monday also.
Kashmir issue has to be solved for trade. Masood Khan
Rulers are hiding economic realities Salim Mandvieala
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 13, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Transfer of regulators to IPC division under study
Dar sees 7pc growth rate in 2018-19 fiscal
Alternative Dispute Resolution Bill
THE NEWS
Govt not to let economy derail: Dar
B RECORDER
Khurram appointed FPCCI body chief
PM has delivered best business pitch?
Director of company: SECP empowered to grant exemption from requirement of holding NTN
Advance payments from public for projects: Builders bound to take approval from SECP
Pakistan tapped world capital market four times: Dar
Kassim Parekh: Repository of trust
DAILY JANG
Govt not to let economy derail: Dar
Wall street journal report on country’s economy
DAILY EXPRESS
FBR strategy not practicable affiliated departments declared
Progress is not possible without making economy documented Dr. Irshad
In TEX World apparel sourcing show Pakistani companies welcomed
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 12, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Govt borrowing stimulates economy
Sialkot sports industry seeks incentives
37 special zones to boost production
Stakeholders’ budget proposals will be considered: Dar
THE NEWS
‘FPCCI apprehensions on CPEC unfounded’
Indian exporters back out from cotton deals on price dispute
FBR urged to revise industrial plots Valuation
Dar asks officials to complete budget document on time
Businessmen call for improved trade links with Azerbaijan
B RECORDER
DAILY JANG
SMA Rizvi Textile institute “AD” on “Short Courses”
DAILY EXPRESS
All constructive suggestions will be considered in budget preparation Ishaq Dar
Special wing setup for onsite inspection of companies
Steps will be under taken for facilitation of infrastructure
SECP served notices on 94 companies on irregularities
Ministry of commerce called accounts from TDAP of EDF
Pakistan declared better than India for investors
In TEX World apparel sourcing show Pakistani companies welcomed
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 11, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Data centre to tackle money laundering, terror financing
Remittances slipped to $10.9 billion in seven months
Charter of economy needed for policy consistency: Haroon
Indian cotton exporters default as prices rally
‘World’s heaviest woman’ to fly to India for surgery
Don’t cook or watch TV, Australians advised amid record heatwave
P.I.A. “AD” EVERY 3 HOURS PIA IS READY TO FLY YOU BETWEEN KARACHI AND ISLAMABAD
THE NEWS
Govt announces drawback package for exporters
UAE yet to furnish details of Pakistan-origin property investors
FBR postpones non-filers audit for 30 days
Remittances fall to $10.946bln in seven months
SBP data centre to tackle money laundering, terror financing
FBR officials protest govt decision on revenue secy
BoI committed to revive foreign investors confidence: official
Trade deficit widens to $2.957bln in Jan
Zero-rating facility may be withdrawn
B RECORDER
FBR suspends audit of taxpayers for 30 days
Sindh MPs asked to amend Sindh Tenancy Act 1950
Govt wants to ink economic charter with Opposition Haroon
Money laundering, terror funding SBP sets up high-tech data centre to tackle menace
Exporters to benefit from duty drawback package anytime soon Dastgir
Bed-wear export surges by five percent in six months
IRS officers observe pen-down strike
DAILY JANG
Modern high tech center established to stop money laundering for facilitating terrorists.
Pakistan is the most suitable for investment
DAILY EXPRESS
Export Package complications put exporters in fix
Exchange of Banks Accounts information will be with 105 countries
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 10, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Ministry sticks to demand for probe into KE overbilling
PM motivates visiting CEOs to invest in special zones
CDNS profit-collection system draws mixed response
THE NEWS
Forget India, profit from ‘quiet rise’ of Pakistan, S Lanka, BD: Barron’s Asia
India ranks 43 out of 45 countries in USCC intellectual property index
What causes decline in growth of GST collection?
FBR seeks State Bank’s help in getting accountholders data
Growth still exclusively benefitting rich against poor
Azerbaijan keen to collaborate with Pakistan
Growth rate to be 8pc by 2025: Nawaz
B RECORDER
Cash withdrawals: NFIS Council suggests WHT adjustment by BB agents
Prime Minister makes big CPEC-aided business pitch
Pakistan, Netherlands discuss trade, investment
Forex reserves fall by over $1.2 billion in two weeks
Need for chartered tax institute
FPCCI body on Customs: Arshad Jamal made chairman
FTB to discuss PM’s export incentive package today
July-January trade deficit soars to $17.43 billion
PIAF expresses concern over rising external debt
Travel to US down 6.5% after Trump travel ban: report
DAILY JANG
Role of EPZ in enhancing country’s exports is important Khizir Gondal
Mutual trade is possible in various sectors Indonesian envoy
Forget India, profit from ‘quiet rise’ of Pakistan, S Lanka, BD: Barron’s Asia
DAILY EXPRESS
July to January Pakistan suffered trade deficit of 17.5 billion in 41 billion dollar trade
Forex reserves fall
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 09, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Pakistan, Sri Lanka urge end to Saarc stalemate
Ogra slashes LPG price by 30pc on LHC orders
Pakistan could become 16th largest economy by 2050: PwC
Rs180bn export package notified
Nepra accuses ministry of ‘sowing discord’
THE NEWS
Pakistan to be 20th biggest economy in 2030, 16th in 2050: PwC
Nepra, ministry at odds over Rs62b burden on KE consumers
Saving certificates’ rates revised up
FBR, businessmen to discuss refund issues, tax proposals
SECP registers 766 companies in January
FBR suspends two Customs officials
India to remove cash withdrawal limits
B RECORDER
FBR told to make proposals for greater transparency
Haroon Akhtar to visit Karachi today
SECP registers 766 complaints in January
Collectors asked to take steps to increase ST, WHT collection
Great scope for better trade with Switzerland: CG
DAILY JANG
Strict conditions for seeking U.S Visa
Haroon Akhtar will hold meeting with Pakistan Business council office bearers today.
Proposals for federal budget called upto March.
DAILY EXPRESS
Police should perform duty honestly keeping set aside problems
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 08, 2017
DAWN NEWS
No plan for travel ban on Pakistanis: US
Asad accuses SBP of money laundering; central bank rejects charge
THE NEWS
China to become No1 economy by 2050: PwC
Dubai welcomed record 14.9m visitors in 2016
Pak economy one of world’s pleasant surprises: Bloomberg
‘Police can’t be run under oppressive British law anymore’
Salaried class auditing termed antithesis to broaden tax base
Punjab taking steps for targeted industrial growth
Questions raised over nature of SITE warehouse fire
B RECORDER
Questions raised over growing Chinese ”ingress”
Seminar on business opportunities & expo from April 12
New bill introduces inactive company concept
FBR plans to give some incentives to filers
PYMA demands relief package for godown fire victims
US trade deficit falls as exports hit more than 1-1/2 years high
Dubai welcomed record 14.9 million visitors in 2016
China Jan FX reserves fall below $3 trillion for first time in nearly 6 years
Duty structure for steel sector: FCCI urges government to implement CCP’s recommendations
Stock market: A bumpy ride ahead?
Government accused of devouring 90 percent liquidity of banks
SBP rejects money laundering allegations
Those involved in police killings still in institutions, A D Khwaja
Foreign firms keen to promote TVET system: Irfan Qaiser
DAILY JANG
Pak economy one of world’s pleasant surprises: Bloomberg
Asad accuses SBP of money laundering; central bank rejects charge
In new federal budget special package will be given for industrial development
FBR received record 9,81,000 returns during 222 days
UAE announced new visa regime for professionals
Further trade ties needed between Pakistan and Romania Tariq Fatemi
Alamgir Feroze appointed Chairman of diplomatic affairs committee
FTA between Pakistan and Nepal be competed soon Ishtiq Baig
DAILY EXPRESS
Goods worth lac of rupees gutted in fir in two factories of NEW Karachi
Tax evasion of Rs 28.7 crore detected in import clearance
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 07, 2017
DAWN NEWS
US visa regime doesn’t bode well for airlines
Long-term outlook stable for Pakistan: Fitch
‘Black money in property market risks creating a bubble’
National Assembly clears Companies Bill
Mayor urges businessmen to join hands for Karachi’s uplift
THE NEWS
Fitch affirms Pakistan’s prosperity, stable outlook
FBR may face Rs300 bn shortfall in revenue collection
Mayor calls business community to city’s rescue
NA approves Companies Bill 2017
‘GSP to remain intact till 2023’
Unfair, deceptive practices hurting business growth
NA body to help remove property tables’ errors
Zero-rated sales tax facility suspended
Zubair welcomed as Sindh governor
B RECORDER
As it happened: National Assembly passes Companies Bill
Country faces trade deficit of $11.751bn
Govt urged to revisit monetary policy
India leaves Pakistan far behind in telecom sector: experts
New Sindh governor lends a helping hand to
Pakistani textiles made a mark in Texworld 2017 in Paris
Sipri report explains why India fears CPEC
DAILY JANG
Disappointing collection F.B.R faces short fall of Rs.300 billion.
Cash transaction in Pakistan increased to avoid tax.
Govt will resolve issues of textile processing units on priority.
4 Assistant commissioners of F.B.R replaced.
Companies having capital of Rs.30 lac will be exempted from filing of returns.
Pakistan’s relaxation after 8 months import of cotton via wagha border restored.
DAILY EXPRESS
Business community should fight case of Karachi in influential circle waseem Akhter
Pakistan’s relaxation after 8 months import of cotton via wagha border restored.
Industrial connection given under govt letter S.S.G.C.L explained.
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 06, 2017
DAWN NEWS
US court refuses to stay suspension of Trump’s travel ban
Pakistan's net public debt crosses Rs18 trillion mark
Visa holders rush to board flights to US amid reprieve
Indian citizens may get billions of free money
Trade war poses no major threat to China
THE NEWS
US court rejects govt appeal to restore travel ban
World’s longest flight set to soar into record books
B RECORDER
KMC will start property survey to streamline tax recovery: Waseem
‘TDAP should increase exports to repay loans’
‘Skipping breakfast may be bad for your heart’
“AD” PAK-CHINA BUSINESS FORUM 2017
DAILY JANG
State bank report on country economy
DAILY EXPRESS
Rules framed to stop tax evasion and transfer of black money abroad
Pvt Banks deducting withholding tax on its own pattern
Mayor Karachi to visit FPCCI today
SSGCL provided illegal gas connection detected
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 05, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Financing for fixed investment swells
FBR plans to upgrade data network
ITC chief calls for bringing e-commerce under WTO rules
Murad demands right for provinces to collect sales tax
THE NEWS
FBR gears up to check tax evasion in Benami transactions
‘Economic turnaround to attract US investment’
Aptma demands lower power rates
B RECORDER
Electricity import from Iran enhanced to 104MW
Zubair will be better governor: Haleem
CPNE team meets Sindh CM: Provincial govt should have rights to collect ST on goods: Murad
Industrialists call for speedy rehabilitation of national Highway
DAILY JANG
DAILY EXPRESS
SRB also levied sales tax on 10 years saving bond
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 04, 2017
DAWN NEWS
A US travel ban on Pakistan to be counterproductive: minister
Cotton crop recovers to 10.6m bales
Tariq Bajwa appointed secretary finance
Banks charge up to 29pc interest rate, NA told
THE NEWS
Pakistan is cooperating: White House
US visa ban will be counterproductive, says Ahsan
Changing trade patterns render TDAP irrelevant: FPCCI body chief
“AD” of South African High Commission Islamabad
Tariq Bajwa made finance secretary
Customs proposes special facilities for clearing CPEC cargoes
CPEC to benefit Pakistan in both short- and long-term
Investors’ interest in Pakistan at fever pitch: BoI
FPCCI seeks incentives for exportoriented sectors
Customs agents allowed to file returns sans fine
B RECORDER
Chinese companies eye more land, businesses
GST, petroleum levy on kerosene oil, LDO abolished
APTMA felicitates Sindh governor
Alternate Dispute Resolution Bill adopted by NA
TDAP has lost its relevance: FPCCI
PRGMEA for effective role of trade officers in boosting exports
GAS SUPPLY CLOSURE EVERY SUNDAY INDUSTRIAL AND CAPTIVE POWER
DAILY JANG
Pakistan has sent F.T.A draft to Iran
During 191 Days record 9,71000/- tax returns filed in F.B.R
F.P.C.C.I arranged round table session
DAILY EXPRESS
Each Industrial unit is bound to install Its own treatment plant chief minister
LPG price increased by Rs.5 per Kg.
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 03, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Plea for scrapping tax on POL products
Three advisers, eight special assistants to Sindh CM resign
Finance minister’s debt defence
Forex reserves declining since June
FBR, PRA finalise parameters for tax adjustment claims
FBR sets up bodies to implement tax reforms
THE NEWS
WB report reveals nepotism in public sector loans between 1996-2002
Sindh govt de-notifies three advisers, eight special-assistants to Sindh CM
Pakistan walks a tightrope on Trump visa policy
Travel ban on Pakistanis not under consideration: US Embassy
Tax authorities begin probe into sources of individual remittances
Punjab revenue dept to receive Rs5bln from FBR
PM says improving compliance to increase share in global trade
Forex reserves fall to $22.434bln
PBC stresses continuation of concessionary exports to UK
Favouring foreign products leads to local joblessness
Emirates Launching Special Offers for trip to Dubai
‘Alienated’ victims cry foul as German contractor completes Payments
B RECORDER
FO gives cautious response to new US visa policy
Travel ban on Pakistanis not under study: US embassy
Relocation of industries: FBR to discourage fiscal incentives under new policy
Dar asks FBR to meet tax revenue target
Three advisors, eight special assistants to Sindh CM removed
TEVTA starts free of cost short courses
OICCI members contribute Rs2.8bn in Pakistan
Navy War College team visits FPCCI office
FPCCI chief hails Zubair’s appointment
Forex reserves down by $811m in 1 week on debt payment
Establishment of infrastructure finance bank proposed
Property tax an illogical outcome
DAILY JANG
Travel ban on Pakistanis not under consideration: US Embassy
Suggestions to improve in companies bill from parliamentary committee will be welcomed Isha Dar
Optimistic with governor Sindh to resolve traders issues Zubir Tufail
Karachi industrialists are fed-up with center not from govt of Sindh Manzoor Wasan
10 branches of NBP Karachi collect motor vehicles tax
People paying tax of Rs 50,000/- will be eligible to get arm license amended bill approved in Sindh assembly
DAILY EXPRESS
Travel ban on Pakistanis not under consideration: US Embassy
Increased rate of profit in savings scheme is eye wash
Exports are in fix on textile package complicated conditions
Strict vigilance in development work in industrial area
Forex reserves fall to $22.434bln
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 02, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Expats away for over six months won’t be counted in census
PML-N MNAs term govt ‘anti-agriculture’
Explainer: How will the Trump ban affect Pakistanis?
IBP “AD” On Monetary Policy Challenges And Formulation Process In Pakistan
Nepra overturns decision that K-Electric inflated bills
Pakistan to become Asia’s premier trade, energy corridor: PM
Pakistan must focus on broadening export base
India boosts defence spending, halves basic income tax rate
Labour bodies demand union rights for workers
THE NEWS
Pakistan on road to democracy, stability, says US paper
No electricity loadshedding by October: power secy
NA passes bill against ‘benami’ transactionss
Trump’s order to affect 12pc of world Muslims: report
Pakistan gives priority to domestic investors as it resumes privatization drive
‘Pakistan facing many climate change effects’
Pakistan implements 10 conditions to get $300m WB loan
External debt, liabilities go up to $74.6 billion
US universities strongly oppose Muslim visa ban
FBR seeks onlinevehicle registration data to increase tax filers
SECP amends small dispute resolution committees rules
Govt’s efforts to enhance tax base termed a step in right direction
Climate change taking toll on Pakistan, minister says
Govt urged to facilitate labourers in unionising
B RECORDER
Alamgir Firoz made chief of FPCCI body on diplomatic affairs
APBF urges govt to take steps to increase FDI
Business community hails Zubair’s appointment as Sindh governor
Chinese businessmen looking for warehouses in Lahore
Govt responds to ‘Misguiding the people’
I am proud of being a Karachiite, says Zubair
Property deals: top FBR officials irked by low collection
Rice sector: 'Import of machinery to be declared zero rated in budget'
Showing increased collection: FBR seeks notice of incident
WB official advises govt to focus on increasing export
DAILY JANG
% of profit on national savings scheme increased.
Businessman given bill of Rs.92 lac against keeping police guard.
Tax amnesty scheme likely to be announced by 20th February.
Saudi Arab forex reserves decreased by 80 billion dollar.
Proposal for budget will be sent by 28th February Zubair Tufail
New rate of petrol inflation will increase more.
DAILY EXPRESS
Profit on national saving schemes increased by 20 points
Explanation called on low collection of tax from amnesty scheme
P.O.L Prices increased once again
Business community demands equal incentives given to Chinese investors
Indian budget announced income tax rate @ 5%
TMA HEAD OFFICE
DATE: February 01, 2017
DAWN NEWS
Litre price of petrol, diesel up by Rs2.25
Debt fears overblown, says Dar
Infrastructure finance policy approved
Sindh, Punjab still at odds over IDC collection
India says cash ban hits growth
THE NEWS
Punjab, Sindh move against online taxi services
‘Improving coordination a must to boost exports’
Commerce minister says geographical indication bill to be passed soon
Policy approved toattract investments for infrastructure uplift
India says cash ban hits economic Growth
Traders need to remove inefficiencies to exploit exports package
FPCCI stresses new industry, latest Technology
Show-cause notices issued to industries secretary, additional health secretary
B RECORDER
Q1: External debt rises by $1bn
Indo-Pak trade plummets by Rs37bn
Certain key tax reform initiatives being considered by FBR
Govt urged to reorganize taxation system
Need stressed to enhance Pakistan-Denmark trade volume
Customs values of Ethyl, Methyl and Sec Butyl Acetate revised
CNG sector should deposit GIDC into exchequer: Khaqan
DAILY JANG
Litre price of petrol, diesel up by Rs2.25
Infrastructure finance policy approved
KATI welcome Mohd Zubair appointment as governor Sindh
Khalid Mansoor appointed overseas investors president
Saudi Cabinet approved levy of tax on citizens
DAILY EXPRESS
Litre price of petrol, diesel up by Rs2.25
ECC approved infrastructure finance policy 2017
Proposal to forfeit assets on hiding wealth abroad
Khalid Mansoor appointed overseas investors president
Industrialists welcomed appointment of Mohd- Zubair as governor Sindh
Indian economy suffered heavily due to demonization of big notes
