ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) has sought a rational taxation regime to facilitate the growth of the information technology industry.

In its budget proposals for 2025-26 on Thursday, the association demanded an end to the disparities in taxation between local salaried employees and the remote employees of the companies.

The income tax for local employees ranges up to 35 per cent, whereas for remote workers, just 1pc.

“This has led to talent migration and challenges for local companies in retaining skilled professionals,” the association maintained.

The proposals forwarded by P@SHA Chairman Sajjad Mustafa Syed also asked the government to streamline the Federal Board of Revenue........

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