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Online Petition against the Proposed Ecommerce Taxes in Budget 2025-26 of Pakistan
In response, the Pakistan E-Commerce Association (PEA) and Chainstore Association of Pakistan (CAP) have launched an online petition, which has already garnered support from hundreds of leading brands, platforms, and SMEs. This petition is a constructive call to action — not against taxation — but for fair, consultative, and non-confusing digital policies that strengthen, not strangle, Pakistan’s digital economy.
The Truth About the Alleged “18% New Tax on E-Commerce” in Pakistan
In recent days, a wave of misinformation has spread across social media platforms, From Online blogs, startup pakistan, WhatsApp groups, and even among professional circles claiming that the Government of Pakistan has imposed a new 18% tax on e-commerce transactions in Budget 2025–26. This is not true. The Origin of the Confusion The confusion stems from misinterpretation of proposed taxes in the Federal Budget and Finance Bill 2025. Some pages...