The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has agreed to nominate trade representatives at Regional Tax Offices nationwide. The move aims to improve coordination between tax authorities and the trading community. Moreover, two representatives from traders’ associations will be appointed at each of the country’s 17 Regional Tax Offices.
FBR Promises Better Coordination With Traders
The announcement followed a meeting between senior FBR officials and the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. Association President Qasim Shikarpuri described the discussions as positive, successful, and result-oriented. Additionally, participants discussed tax-related issues affecting the jewellers’ community and explored ways to strengthen mutual cooperation.
According to the association, the FBR assured traders that compliant taxpayers would not face unnecessary harassment. Instead, officials pledged full cooperation with businesses that meet their legal tax obligations.
Association Urges Accurate Tax Compliance
Shikarpuri urged traders whose tax returns do not match their declared assets to revise their filings promptly. He also advised those who submitted Nil Returns to correct them without delay. Furthermore, he asked traders to pay their advance taxes on time.
He said businesses that have already filed accurate returns should ensure their tax payments reflect a 30 percent increase over last year’s amount, in line with FBR instructions.
Shikarpuri also stressed the importance of transparency in all tax matters. Therefore, he advised traders against making any unofficial payments or bribes. Instead, he encouraged them to resolve issues through the association’s nominated representatives.
The association expressed hope that stronger cooperation with the FBR would reduce misunderstandings and produce positive outcomes for the jewellers and sarafa community across Pakistan.
