The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (UNISAME) has taken serious notice of a financial institution officer’s objection in the Agri Finance Pakistan group of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) indicating that the term SME Farmers does not exist in official parlance. According to the officer’s communication it seems while Small and Medium Enterprises […more]
ISLAMABAD, Aug 08 (APP): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) Haroon Akhtar Khan on Friday emphasized that every possible effort would be made to facilitate the manufacturing sector, as its revival is essential for promoting economic activity, creating jobs, and increasing exports. Chairing a meeting of the sub-committees on the restoration of sick industrial […more]
KARACHI, Jul 23 (APP):The State Bank of Pakistan, Banking Services Corporation (SBP BSC), on Wednesday, held an award ceremony to recognize top-performing banks for their exemplary contributions to the Agriculture Finance Literacy Program (AFLP). AFLP, a flagship initiative developed by SBP BSC with support from the SBP’s Agriculture Credit and Financial Inclusion Department (AC&FID), was […more]
The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (UNISAME) has strongly opposed the recently imposed tax on cash withdrawals from bank deposits, denouncing it as an unfair and ill-conceived measure that violates fundamental principles of taxation. In a stern statement, UNISAME President Zulfikar Thaver criticized the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for failing to consider […more]
PM urged not to undermine the medium sector in revival body The Financial Daily 29th June 2025 KARACHI: The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (UNISAME) whilst appreciating the formation by the prime minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif of a high powered committee to revive industrial growth has pointed out a serious omission of not including […more]
UNISAME Appreciates Industrial Growth Committee but Flags Omission of SME Representation** The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (UNISAME) has welcomed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s initiative to form a high-powered committee aimed at reviving industrial growth. However, the association has raised serious concerns over the exclusion of a representative from the SME sector, calling it […more]
UNISAME commemorates world MSME day UNISAME <unisame@gmail.com> 11:23 AM (7 minutes ago) The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises ( UNISAME ) commemorated the International MSME Day at a local club with its patrons. This day is observed annually on June 27. This date was designated by the United Nations General Assembly to recognize the significant contributions […more]
The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (UNISAME) is pleased to announce the inclusion of the SME Farmers Association (SMEFA) as an affiliate in its fold to promote the cause of the farm sector which is the primary source of raw material. UNISAME aims at creating awareness that agriculture is the backbone of the economy […more]
The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises (UNISAME) expressed disappointment with the fiscal budget 2025-26. President UNISAME Zulfikar Thaver said it was indeed very disappointing to note the imposition of 18% Sales Tax (ST) on Solar Panels. The SME units to make energy affordable were installing solar systems and instead of encouraging them to make […more]
Public input invited on SME finance guidelines SBP drafts new lending regulations for small to mid-range businesses amid calls for reform Usman HanifJune 06, 2025 To enhance access to finance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a comprehensive draft of revised Prudential Regulations (PRs) for SME financing. […more]
