- IMF rejected Pakistan’s proposed sales tax exemption on electric vehicles.
- IMF wants tax rates to remain in line with standard policies.
- IMF objected to tax concessions under Pakistan’s EV policy, including exemption on local sale of EV components.
- Pakistan’s Ministry of Industries and Production recommended the tax relief to boost EV adoption.
- IMF stressed that sales tax on raw materials for EVs should not be removed.
- Pakistan and IMF are negotiating climate financing, including electric vehicle charging stations and tariff adjustments.
- Pakistan aims to develop 3,000 charging stations by 2030.
- IMF delegation visited Islamabad to discuss climate financing strategies, including tracking mechanisms and green budgeting.
- Discussions included the proposed introduction of a carbon tax in the federal budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
- IMF will give recommendations on the implementation and framework of the carbon tax.
- Negotiations cover EVs, subsidies, and enhancing green budget.
- IMF delegation’s visit aims to align Pakistan’s financial policies with global climate commitments, ensuring sustainable economic reforms.
Source: timesofoman.com
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