PRA, SCCI discuss tax reforms, business facilitation
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Punjab Revenue Authority held a video-link meeting with representatives of the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry to discuss measures aimed at improving the tax system and facilitating the business community.During the meeting, Chairman PRA Moazzam Iqbal Sipra listened to various tax-related issues and concerns faced by industrialists and exporters…
By Muhammad Shahzad
Lahore, Pakistan
LAHORE: The Punjab Revenue Authority held a video-link meeting with representatives of the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry to discuss measures aimed at improving the tax system and facilitating the business community.
During the meeting, Chairman PRA Moazzam Iqbal Sipra listened to various tax-related issues and concerns faced by industrialists and exporters in Sialkot.
The president of the Sialkot Chamber and other members presented several proposals for further simplifying the tax payment system and enhancing ease of doing business.
Addressing the participants, the PRA chairman reaffirmed the commitment of the Government of Punjab to resolving the issues of the business community on a priority basis. He said facilitating taxpayers and creating a business-friendly environment remained among the government’s key priorities.
He emphasized that mutual cooperation between the PRA and the business community was vital for economic stability, expansion of the tax net and promotion of exports.
Sipra assured participants that the PRA would continue taking practical steps to simplify tax procedures and improve service delivery.
The president of the Sialkot Chamber assured full cooperation with the Punjab Revenue Authority in efforts aimed at expanding the tax base and strengthening tax compliance.
Member Legal PRA, Commissioner PRA Gujranwala and Director Policy also attended the meeting.
Both sides agreed to further enhance coordination and institutional collaboration between the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Punjab Revenue Authority.
