Islamabad: A delegation of Pakistan Computer Association (PCA) Islamabad led by its President Arshad Janjua visited Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI) and called upon the government to abolish GST on parts and accessories of computers as it was a major hurdle in the growth of computer and IT industry in the country.
Arshad Janjua said that government had exempted computers and laptops from GST, but persisted with GST on their parts and accessories that were hindering the growth of local manufacturing of computers and laptops.
He said abolishing GST on components would facilitate the growth of computer industry leading to creation of more jobs and more revenue for the country.
He said computer and IT industry has the potential to drive the economic growth of Pakistan and promote exports, but high taxes and unfavorable tender rules of PPRA were creating hindrances for its development.