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New Laws to Fight Cybercrime in Pakistan

In a significant development, the federal cabinet of Pakistan granted principle approval to two crucial pieces of legislation on Wednesday, which are expected to have a far-reaching impact on digital rights, e-commerce, and the digital economy of the country. The first bill, named the E-Safety Bill 2023, aims to tackle and prevent online crimes such as cyberbullying, online harassment, and …

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PIA's Tax Dispute Raises Concerns about Fairness of Taxation System

Introduction: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) finds itself in a tax dispute with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) as the FBR takes the drastic step of freezing the airline’s bank accounts. This move comes at a critical time when the government has shifted the burden of revenue generation onto the general public, leading to growing concerns about the fairness of …

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Salaried Class Bears 200% Higher Burden than Exporters and Retailers

Introduction: In the fiscal year 2022-23, Pakistan witnessed a surprising discrepancy in tax contributions, with the salaried class emerging as the top income tax contributor. They paid a staggering Rs264.3 billion, nearly 200% higher than the combined income tax paid by exporters and retailers. Data released by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has sparked discussions on the disproportionate burden …

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