Pakistan’s business leaders community has offered a mixed reaction to the federal budget for FY2026-27, welcoming selected tax relief measures while criticizing the absence of a clear roadmap for industrial growth, exports and investment. Leaders from major trade and industry bodies said the Rs18.7 trillion budget contains some positive steps but falls short of addressing […]
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India eases business visa to attract foreign technicians
NEW DELHI: India has reformed its business visa regime to facilitate the movement of foreign engineers and technicians, a move expected to benefit local manufacturers that rely heavily on Chinese professionals. The government said the changes would reduce delays and help companies meet technical and production needs. Read More: India free visas for Chinese professionals to boost economic […]
Business confidence rises but major economic fears persist
KARACHI: Pakistan’s business sentiment has improved sharply, yet key economic concerns continue to weigh on investors, according to the Business Confidence Survey Wave 28 released by the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI). Read More: Businesses‘ confidence rises to a four-year high, Gallup Survey Despite the upbeat indicators, respondents flagged taxation, inflation, rupee […]