Key Takeaways
- Traders from Moti Bazaar met with Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) leaders.
- The meeting focused on addressing tax and trade-related concerns.
- President Wahab Bhatti led the delegation from Anjuman-i-Tajiran Moti Bazaar.
Traders from the Anjuman-i-Tajiran Moti Bazaar met with the leadership of the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) on Friday to discuss pressing tax and trade issues. The meeting, held at the RCCI office, was led by Wahab Bhatti, President of Anjuman-i-Tajiran Moti Bazaar.
During the discussion, Bhatti highlighted several concerns regarding taxation policies that are impacting small traders in the area. He emphasized the need for a more equitable tax system to support local businesses and ensure fair competition.
Khalid Farooq Qazi, Acting President of RCCI, listened attentively to the traders' grievances and assured them of their commitment to addressing these issues. Qazi stated that the RCCI would work towards finding practical solutions to alleviate the burden on small traders.
The meeting also touched upon trade-related challenges faced by Moti Bazaar traders, including difficulties in accessing markets and regulatory hurdles. The RCCI leadership promised to collaborate with relevant authorities to streamline processes and provide support to traders.
Bhatti expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the meeting, stating, 'We are hopeful that our concerns will be addressed promptly.' He added, 'The RCCI’s commitment to supporting local businesses is encouraging, and we look forward to working closely with them in the future.'
Qazi echoed Bhatti's sentiments, saying, 'Our primary goal is to create a conducive environment for all traders. We are committed to addressing their concerns and ensuring that they can thrive in the business landscape.'
The meeting underscores the ongoing efforts by both the RCCI and local traders to improve the economic conditions of small businesses in Rawalpindi. It highlights the importance of collaboration between different stakeholders to address trade-related challenges effectively.
For now, the focus remains on implementing concrete measures that can benefit Moti Bazaar traders and other small business owners in the region.
'We are hopeful that our concerns will be addressed promptly.'
Wahab Bhatti, President of Anjuman-i-Tajiran Moti Bazaar
'Our primary goal is to create a conducive environment for all traders. We are committed to addressing their concerns and ensuring that they can thrive in the business landscape.'
Khalid Farooq Qazi, Acting President of Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry
