Business Recorder
LAHORE: The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) and the representatives of Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) on Tuesday discussed various measures to bring about further improvement in taxation system and concerns relating to the business community. According to PRA officials, the meeting held via video link, also discussed in details strategy to facilitate the taxpayers. Chairman PRA, Moazzam Iqbal Sipra, listened to various tax-related issues and concerns faced by industrialists and exporters in Sialkot. During the meeting, the president and the members of the SCCI presented a number of proposals aimed at further simplifying the tax payment system and enhancing the scope of ease of doing business. Addressing the participants, chairman PRA reaffirmed the commitment of the Government of Punjab to resolve the issues of the business community on a priority basis. He stated that facilitating taxpayers and creating a business-friendly environment were the government’s key priorities. The chairman emphasized that mutual cooperation between the PRA and the business community is vital for economic stability, broadening the tax net and promoting exports. He assured the participants that PRA would continue taking practical steps to simplify tax procedures and improve service delivery. The SCCI president assured full cooperation with the PRA in efforts for expanding the tax base and strengthening tax compliance. Member legal PRA, commissioner PRA Gujranwala and director policy also participated in the meeting. Both sides agreed to further enhance coordination and institutional collaboration between the SCCI and the PRA. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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