- Sindh government announced the 2024-25 provincial budget.
- Sales tax rate increased from 13% to 15%.
- Aim: Align with other Service Tax Administrations in Pakistan and harmonize tax rates.
- Existing exemptions and reduced rates will remain unaffected.
- Proposal to promote digital payments by reducing SST rate for restaurant services to 8% for digital transactions.
- Support for telecom sector: Allowing telecom companies to claim an input tax credit of up to 18%.
- Changes aim to boost digitalization and provide relief to high-tax sectors.
- Expected to generate additional revenue for development projects and public services.
- Reflects commitment to modernizing the tax system and promoting economic growth.
- Changes pending approval by the provincial Assembly.
Source: pkrevenue.com
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