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Faceless Tax Audits Activated: FBR Integrates Machine Learning Slabs for AI Data Tracking

ISLAMABAD — The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is set to undergo an aggressive structural overhaul as the finalized budget framework legally mandates the transition into Faceless Tax Assessments. Moving entirely away from traditional, subjective physical interactions, FBR will now deploy central automated algorithms to execute corporate evaluations, directly capping arbitrary discrepancies. Alongside this digital […]

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Electric Vehicle Tax Holiday: Finance Committee Approves Total Zero FED Scheme for Sub-$75k Imported EVs

ISLAMABAD — In a major move to rapidly accelerate the country’s green energy transition, the National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance has formally finalized explicit custom updates for the Finance Bill 2026. Led by Chairman Syed Naveed Qamar, the parliamentary panel has officially signed off on a 0% Federal Excise Duty (FED) structure for all

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Hormuz Shipping Reopens: Pakistan and Qatar Broker Crucial 60-Day Peace Waiver for Global Trade

ISLAMABAD / BURGENSTOCK — Pakistan and Qatar have achieved a major diplomatic win. They brokered a 60-day peace waiver between the US and Iran. As a result, the Strait of Hormuz is now open for global shipping. Markets reacted positively within hours. Background: Why Hormuz Matters The Strait of Hormuz is the world’s most important

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