Pakistan's Federal Minister for Commerce proposes reducing GST on dairy products from 18% to 10% to support the dairy sector. This move follows discussions with the Pakistan Dairy Association to address industry challenges.
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The Federal Minister for Commerce in Pakistan , Jam Kamal Khan , has proposed a reduction in the general sales tax (GST) on dairy products from 18% to 10%. This initiative aims to provide significant tax relief and support to the country's dairy sector. During a meeting chaired by Jam Kamal with the Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA), led by CEO Dr. Shehzad Amin , various challenges facing the sector were discussed. These included tariff and taxation issues, as well as the need for improving productivity and the genetic quality of dairy breeds. Coordination efforts were also joined by Rana Ihsaan Afzal , Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, along with senior officials from the Ministry of Commerce. The PDA highlighted that globally and in neighboring countries, dairy products often enjoy zero or minimal taxation, contrasting with the current 18% GST in Pakistan. In response, Jam Kamal directed the PDA to prepare proposals for reducing the GST to 10% and asked Rana Ihsaan ...