Govt to provide all-out facilities for promotion of non-traditional exports: PM

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says government will ensure provision of all-out facilities for promotion of non-traditional exports. He was talking to a delegation of leading exporters of the country in Islamabad today. The Prime Minister said all possible facilities will be provided to the traders and businessmen. He said government is ensuring timely payment of sales tax refunds to industrialists and traders and no negligence will be tolerated in this regard. Shehbaz Sharif said ratio of exports in the GDP will be increased as the country will progress only when the exports sector moves to fast and sustainable development. He directed the federal ministers to consult with the delegation for immediate resolution of problems faced by exporters. The delegation commended the efforts of government regarding reduction in electricity rates for industries. The delegation expressed full confidence in the government's economic policies and assured of its all possible cooperation. The delegation said it stands with the government in punishing the tax evaders and those who have caused loss to national treasury. Source: Radio Pakistan