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January 13, 2026

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Pakistan is making significant strides in regulatory reforms

Enhances transparency, ease of doing business as the country ranks 6th among 50 economies in the World Bank’s 2024 Business Entry Index Motivation. design: Ibrahim Yahya Islamabad: Pakistan has taken bold steps forward in modernizing its regulatory landscape, delivering significant improvements in anti-money laundering safeguards, corporate transparency and ease of doing business, initiatives that have positioned the country as a more competitive and compliant player on the global stage. At the center of these achievements is the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), which was awarded the title of national ‘Champion of Reforms’ by the Prime Minister in December

December 6, 2025

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Government prepares tougher regulatory framework for used car imports to protect local industry

An employee of a car show walks among new cars on display at a car dealership in Karachi. — AFP/File Tax reforms are critical to stabilize domestic production: Pama. The Union warns of import policies eroding the profits of local industry. Government to ensure mandatory pre-shipment checks for safety. ISLAMABAD: In an effort to protect local industry and manufacturing, the government is working on new legislation and a stricter regulatory framework to control imports of used cars, The News reported on Friday. The plan was discussed on Thursday in a detailed meeting between the Prime Minister’s Special Assistant on Industries

November 13, 2025

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The government is committed to tariff, regulatory reforms

Haroon Akhtar, Qaiser Sheikh call National Industrial Policy 2025, Asaan Karobar Act 2025 plan for revival Islamabad: Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, reaffirmed the government’s determination to push for comprehensive economic reforms and revitalize the industry, speaking at the Pakistan Prosperity Forum 2025, hosted by the Policy Research Institute of Market Economy (PRIME) in Islamabad. According to an official statement issued on Wednesday, the event, themed “Charting a new path towards limited government and lower taxes”, brought together politicians, economists and business leaders to discuss economic freedom, the dynamism of the

October 3, 2025

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FBR strikes 40% regulatory task for importing used cars

New cars are displayed for sale at a chevrolet dealership in the national city, California, USA, June 30, 2017. – Reuters/File The task imposed on the commercial introduction of old and used vehicles. The task remains applicable until June 30, 2026, the notice reports. The ECC brain trade plan on September 18th. The Federal Revenue Council (FBR) imposed a 40% regulatory task (RD) on the commercial introduction of old and used vehicles, according to a notification issued on Wednesday. The task applies to vehicles in accordance with PCT 8702, 8703, 8704 and 8711 headings of the 1969 customs law, which

September 27, 2025

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Govt approves the important reform package of regulatory arrangements

Islamabad: The Committee of Regulatory Reforms (CCORR), chaired by Federal Investment Minister Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, re -examined Friday and approved the third quarterly reform reform package prepared by the Boi Council (Boi). According to an official statement, the meeting marked another step in the government’s attempt to modernize Pakistan’s regulatory framework under the direction of the Prime Minister. The package, developed by the Boi Reform Team, sets an agenda to enhance transparency, rationalize processes and improve business convenience. The key areas of reform included the 2025-2030 regulatory strategy, which aims to create a modern legal system through the creation of

August 8, 2025

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Disney is facing regulatory barriers

Los Angeles: The National Football Federation’s agreement with Walt Disney, in which he will acquire ESPN share capital in return for prime media assets is expected to consider control by the US Department of Justice, according to legal experts and sources in the industry. The deal, announced this week, includes the Disney ESPN acquired by the NFL Network and other media real estate in exchange for the championship that received a 10% stake on the sports network. Andre P. Barlow, Doyle’s partner Barlow & Mazard, said the transaction “is definitely raising concerns about competition” because it could potentially give Disney

July 2, 2025

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Government encloses regulatory duties in various imported items

New cars are displayed for sale at a chevrolet dealership in the national city, California, USA, June 30, 2017. – Reuters/File Tobacco products see a decrease in duties by up to 40%. Regulatory task on SIM cards is now 12%. SUVs see 44% perpendicular to a regulatory task. ISLAMABAD: The federal government has reduced regulatory duties for imported items, including luxury cars, food, mobile SIM cards and other goods, according to a notification issued by the Federal Revenue Council (FBB) on Wednesday. The revised tax rates came into force on 1 July. President Asif Ali Zardari had agreed on the

March 20, 2025

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Pakistan for official encryption, develop the regulatory framework

Listen to the article Pakistan is expected to officially recognize encryption as it moves towards the legalization of digital assets and the creation of a regulatory framework aimed at attracting international investment. Bilal Bin Saqib, the newly -appointed head of Pakistan’s Cryptography Minister of Finance, shared the vision of the country’s encryption in an interview with Bloomberg TVunderlining the need for clear regulations. “Pakistan is sitting on the sidelines. We want to have regulatory clarity. “We want Pakistan as a leader in blockchain funding and we want to attract international investment because Pakistan is a low -growing market with 60%

February 5, 2025

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Nepra imposes RS63M fines on power businesses in regulatory violations

Power Transmission Tower in Karachi, Pakistan, January 24, 2023 – Reuters Nepra companies offer fines for reporting non -compliance with performance points. MEPCO has been a fine for failure to respond to security, service standards. The regulatory body orders complete grounding of structures within three months. ISLAMABAD: Fines totaling 63 million Rs have been imposed by the National Electricity Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on multiple energy distribution companies for violating regulatory standards, referring to non -compliance with reference points, security codes and consumer serving obligations , according to The news. For failure to meet the safety and services standards described on

January 22, 2025

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Regulatory discrepancy prompts soy imports

Listen to the article Islamabad: The edible oil industry is facing challenges in importing 10 tonnes of soybeans due to conflicting guidelines issued by the Department of Plant Protection (DPP) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The government allowed the edible oil industry to import 10 tons of soybeans from the United States and Brazil. However, sources revealed that the EPA has issued guidelines that allow importers to import soybeans over a ten-month period without restrictions, while the DPP requires the entire quantity to be imported within three months in a single shipment. This discrepancy prompted the edible oil industry

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