LAHORE: Former caretaker federal minister Gohar Ejaz has praised Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for protecting Pakistan’s business community from what he termed as “black laws” imposed by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
In a statement on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Ejaz announced that a significant victory had been achieved for taxpayers.
He stated that Field Marshal Asim Munir has safeguarded the dignity of businesspersons by facilitating amendments to the Finance Act in response to concerns raised by the business community.
According to Gohar Ejaz, Section 37A of the Finance Act has been amended, and now, no trader can be arrested without prior consultation with business stakeholders.
He further added that 18 Chambers of Commerce across the country had raised concerns over the arrest of businessmen during a meeting with Field Marshal Asim Munir. In response, assurances were given that proper safeguards would be ensured before any such action.
Ejaz also revealed that the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), along with other chambers and stakeholders, will be part of a new FBR oversight committee. No inquiry or investigation against businesspersons can proceed without the committee’s approval.
