Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to take immediate measures to address business community concerns, reduce energy costs, improve ease of doing business and support export-led economic growth.
CDA has ordered the sealing of Bahria Town’s Islamabad office over alleged violations of approved layout plans, NOC requirements and development regulations.
NEPRA has approved a Rs0.5194 per unit increase in electricity tariffs, adding an estimated Rs12.6 billion burden on consumers from September to November 2026.
A proposed commercial plan along a new 3.8km road in Islamabad’s Zone III has raised questions over construction restrictions, land-use regulations and equal treatment of private property owners.
The Asaan Tax Scheme simplifies tax registration for shopkeepers, offering a 1% turnover tax, reduced compliance requirements and easier FBR facilitation for retailers.
Pakistan launches the Retailer Scheme App to simplify tax filing for small shopkeepers, reduce compliance burdens and bring more businesses into the formal tax system.