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The Fruit Juice Council (FJC), representing Pakistan’s formal juice industry, urges the government to reconsider the 20% Federal Excise Duty (FED) imposed on fruit juices and instead reduce it to 15% in the upcoming fiscal year. This adjustment is critical if the government aims to surpass its revenue targets from the outgoing financial year. The

Central to CoRe’s proposals is a request for a five-year tax exemption for Packaging Recovery Organizations, a zero-tariff regime on recycling equipment and Reverse Vending Machines, and GST exemptions on services related to waste sorting, collection, and recycling. The Alliance is also advocating for financial incentives or tax rebates for companies that meet recycling targets

Social media in Pakistan is not just a battleground for public opinion—it is a weaponized space where digital hate campaigns are systematically engineered. A recent research research study on tackling marginalization in online spaces reveals that these campaigns are not spontaneous expressions of public outrage but strategically designed attacks, often orchestrated by political parties, religious

What Happened: At a national gathering in Bhurban, government and private sector leaders agreed on the urgent need to align laws on taxes and environmental regulations. What you need to know: Hosted by CoRe Alliance, Baby Food and Nutrition Council, and Fruit Juice Council, the event highlighted that harmonization is crucial for business growth, economic