3 d. ago Canada may step in to support aluminum producers amid US tariffs

Canada is considering financial aid for its aluminum producers if the United States continues to enforce a steep 50% tariff on metal imports. The Aluminum Association of Canada confirmed early talks are underway, though no final decision has been made. Jean Simard, CEO of the trade group, told Reuters that major producers like Rio Tinto […]

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9 d. ago New solar panel prices in Pakistan after 10% tax from July 2025

ISLAMABAD – Proposals made by the federal government in budget for next fiscal year 2025-26, including imposition of 10 percent

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2 w. ago Government instructs FBR not to increase taxes on imports from US, China

The Pakistani government has instructed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to refrain from increasing taxes and customs duties on imports coming from the United States, China, and several other major trading partners. This directive covers imports from countries including the US, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Japan, and China, according to FBR officials. The […]

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2 w. ago Mohsin Naqvi calls for sectarian harmony, strong security during Muharram

ISLAMABAD – Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has urged all communities to promote sectarian harmony during the sacred month of Muharram. He emphasized the importance of peace and unity in this sensitive period. Naqvi chaired a high-level meeting to review security and administrative plans for Muharram in Islamabad. Key officials including the Minister of State […]

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2 w. ago Middle east tensions may push solar panel prices higher in Pakistan

Pakistan may face a sharp rise in solar panel prices due to the ongoing Middle East crisis, warn local importers. The conflict between Iran and Israel has disrupted shipping routes and caused freight costs to surge. Experts say if tensions continue, solar imports could become significantly costlier, putting pressure on consumers already burdened by high […]

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3 w. ago Solar panels get cheaper in Pakistan after cut from 18pc sales tax to 10pc

ISLAMABAD – The solar panels have gotten cheaper in Pakistan after cut of 18 percent in sales tax to 10

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3 w. ago Solar panel prices surge as 18% import tax looms, traders and PSA sound alarm

  Solar panel prices have jumped sharply across Pakistan ahead of a proposed 18% sales tax on imports, expected from July 1, 2025. Though the tax is still pending formal approval, many sellers have already raised prices. This early increase has shocked consumers and stirred tension in the market. Some buyers are walking away after […]

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4 w. ago Solar Prices in Pakistan to come down despite 18pc Sales Tax on Imported Units

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan is set to witness a cut in solar prices despite imposing an 18 percent Sales Tax on

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4 w. ago Update on solar panel prices in Pakistan as 18% tax proposed in Budget 2025

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has proposed imposition of 18 percent tax on the import of solar panels, a move

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