Commentary: Finance Act 2024
The Finance Bill, 2024, presented in the National Assembly on June 12, 2024, and subsequently passed as the Finance Act, 2024, on June 28, 2024, introduces significant amendments to Pakistan’s…
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The Finance Bill, 2024, presented in the National Assembly on June 12, 2024, and subsequently passed as the Finance Act, 2024, on June 28, 2024, introduces significant amendments to Pakistan’s…
The arrest of Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, in France raises significant legal challenges and potential implications for global technology platforms. The arrest stems from accusations related…
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At Josh and Mak International, we believe in providing accessible legal support to everyone. That’s why we are thrilled to announce our initiative to offer FREE legal advice in Pakistan!…
In the wake of the complications created by the COVID19 infection in Pakistan, the federal government has extended the validity of visa for foreign nationals stranded in Pakistan till the…
In these challenging times, we are dedicated to supporting small businesses in Pakistan and around the world. If you are facing any issues related to contracts, debt consolidation, debt recovery,…
It all started with the Data Breach from a Panama Law Firm.The data leaked from the Panama Scandal also named and shamed many well-known politicians in Asia including the current…
In this publication we have provided an analysis of the critical differences manifesting between the new Companies Ordinance 2016 and the now repealed Companies Ordinance 1984. It is highly recommended…
If you are a regular Facebook user you cannot fail to have noticed the plethora of ‘Be Like Bill’ memes which have been cluttering up your newsfeeds. While these look…
With the UK surprisingly voting to leave the EU on the 23rd June, a huge level of complexity is expected to be introduced into a corporate tax system that is…
This is a summary of some of the important changes that have been proposed within the Finance Bill 2016.This relates to Sales Tax, Income Tax and Federal Excise and Customs…
Last Friday Anwar Zaheer Jamali, the Chief Justice of Pakistan, turned down a request from the government to create a judicial commission aimed at probing the revelations which have surfaced…
The business consortium led by the Pakistan GasPort Ltd, a company within the Associated Group, has been named as the lowest bidder from those tenders submitted by investors expressing an…
Those fighting for digital rights in Pakistan have had a tough time over the past few months. Even though they’re a small minority in a very big pool of activists…
Most Pakistanis got their first introduction into the secret world of OFC, or offshore financial centers, courtesy of the Panama leaks. These are nothing new however and such OFCs as…
Update : The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has indeed introduced a new whistleblower programme following the closure of its previous system. This revamped programme aims to enhance transparency…
The MoP&NR, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources, is facing strong resistance from stakeholders in the public sector in regards to their planned establishment of a second LNG terminal thanks…
Criticism and controversy immediately erupted when the details of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Bill 2015 went public. Is this bill really as flawed as everyone makes out? And if…
The Pakistani parliament have adopted a law which will see the country’s cash strapped national airline company become a PLC and at the same time ban the government from relinquishing…
The massive security breach which has seen millions of secret files belonging to Panamanian law firm Mossack Fonseca become public knowledge has revealed how some of the most powerful players…
A huge document leak from a law firm in Panama has opened a very large can of worms on the dark, extensive world of the Shell companies and provided everyone…
Update: Since 2014, the Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has enacted numerous regulations, guidelines, and updates to address the evolving telecommunication landscape. Notable regulations include the Broadband Quality of Service Regulations…
A key factor in the success and the popularity of international arbitration is the inherent freedom and flexibility afforded to those parties with regard to how their dispute will be…
SSGC, the Sui Southern Gas Company, shortlisted 2 bidders on Thursday for the creation of a second LNG import terminal in Pakistan according to sources from the petroleum ministry. According…
2013 P T D 1732 Before Dost Muhammad Khan and Qaiser Rashid Khan, JJ ASHRAF INDUSTRIES (PVT.) LTD. Versus FEDERATION OF PAKISTAN through Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources…
Present: Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry, C.J., Gulzar Ahmed and Sh. Azmat Saeed, JJ Maulana ABDUL HAQUE BALOCH and others—Petitioners Versus GOVERNMENT OF BALOCHISTAN through Secretary Industries and Mineral Development and others—Respondents…
Despite the strict conditions which the government attached to the bidding process, it was the Engro Corporation’s lowest bid which won them the right to both build and then run…
Page Updated 2023 Welcome to Josh and Mak International, formerly known as Josh and Mak LLP. We are here to provide you with exceptional legal services and support. If you…
Khawaja MUHAMMAD ASIF Versus FEDERATION OF PAKISTAN and others—Respondents Constitutional Petition No.5 of 2011 and Human Rights Case No.15744-P of 2009, decided on 4th December, 2013. (Application by Mr. Imran…
We are excited to announce that we have launched a new and improved layout for our law website. Our primary goal is to make the website more dynamic and accessible,…
UPDATE (6th of July,2014) :Since this article was written there is news that the controversy created by the perceived impact of Article 245 has been addressed by the IHC today.It…
Author: Senior Partner Josh and Mak Barrister Aemen Zulfikar Maluka; Co-written by Senior Managing Partner Pir Abdul Wahid (Advocate High Court) We are happy to announce that our article on…
In Pakistan, the ability of an association to be sued largely depends on its registration status under the local laws. Associations, clubs, and societies often operate as unincorporated entities, which…
We have been receiving many queries from our clients, after the recent budget presentation, as to what are the key proposals for Customs, Excise and Taxation areas and how these…
The Executive Director and Founder of our team has an upcoming publication at the IPRI Institute, which will be available shortly through the IPRI Institute. The citation of the publication…
Barrister Aemen Maluka spoke on this conference regarding energy conservation efforts, which she said only existed on paper as the policy of self regulation by industries was a failure in…
P L D 1952 F. C. 1 (Appellate Jurisdiction) Before Abdul Rashid C.J. A. S.M. Akram and Muhammad Munir. JJ. RAHIM BAKHSH Appellant versus CROWN – Respondent Criminal Appeal No.…
On January 31, 2013, the Ministry of National Planning and Economic Development released the new Implementing Regulations for the Myanmar Foreign Investment Law No. 21 (FIL No. 21). FIL No.…
The Decision of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress on Revising the Labor Contract Law of the People’s Republic of China Released On December 28, 2012, the Standing…
On 7 February 2013, the European Commission published two cybersecurity documents designed to provide a comprehensive vision of how European Union Member States, national authorities, and private industry will prevent…
On 28 February 2012, the European Commission launched an anti-dumping investigation into imports of solar glass originating in China, following a complaint lodged on 15 January 2013, by industry association…
All Companies and Exporters to pay Withholding Sales Tax from 14 February 2013!
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