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Government to Exempt Wheat Imports From All Taxes and Duties

Government to Exempt Wheat Imports From All Taxes and Duties
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  • The government plans to import 1 million metric tons of wheat.
  • All taxes and duties on wheat imports are set to be waived.
  • Provinces have reported a significant decline in their wheat reserves.

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Amid reports of dwindling wheat reserves in the provinces, the federal government has decided to take action. A plan has been formulated to import 1 million metric tons of wheat to ensure a stable supply across the country. To facilitate this, a committee has been established under the Deputy Prime Minister to oversee the import process.

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The federal government is set to waive all taxes and duties on wheat imports, following a request from the Ministry of National Food Security to address a nationwide shortage.

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