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GCC Weighs Sales Tax

GCC states are weighing the prospects of imposing sales tax after abolishing joint customs tariff, Al-Eqtisadiah business daily reported yesterday quoting customs sources. The sources said finance ministers of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Bahrain will discuss the topic at their meeting in Jeddah today. The proposal, presented by the …

They still don’t get it

Haj leave for workers proposed Muslims who have worked for the same private employer for 10 continuous years may soon be entitled to 21-days paid Haj leave in line with government workers, it was revealed last night. A proposal submitted by the Islamic Coalition and approved by parliament’s services committee, is now being considered by …