On 26th of April 2017, Pakistan and Bulgaria signed an Agreement on Avoidance of Double Taxation (DTA) and prevention of fiscal evasion with regard to taxes on Income after the conclusion of second round of negotiations in Islamabad. It will also provide certainty of tax treatment in each country so that the investors feel free from any fear or apprehension. Moreover, through the exchange of information mechanism, information could be obtained on request basis for the administration or enforcement of the domestic laws which will help minimize the possibility of tax evasion.
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