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A bold tax reform

May 28, 2025 2 mins read
A bold tax reform

Even before the Economic and Finance Committee could review the Excise Tax Bill and Income Tax Bill 2025 presented by the finance minister on the first day of Parliament’s ongoing session, discussions—both online and offline—have erupted, largely welcoming the proposed reforms.

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