The foodstuffs division announces localising household-goods manufacturing
The Chamber had earlier launched a trader training programme on e-invoicing, taken up by more than 2,100 participants across six governorates.
Analysts expect no immediate effect on consumer prices: current stock covers market needs at least to the end of next quarter.
The meeting closed by forming a joint Chamber–ministry committee, meeting weekly to follow implementation and reporting monthly to the federation’s board.
How the decision came about
A number of importers argue that the proposed timetable needs a transition period of at least six months, so that small businesses can adapt their accounting systems.
The small trader is not asking for a subsidy. He is asking for one clear rule that does not change every three months.
The Chamber had earlier launched a trader training programme on e-invoicing, taken up by more than 2,100 participants across six governorates.
What it means for traders
- falling global grain prices among next quarter’s priorities
- A review of the timetable with the trade divisions
- A monthly report to the federation’s board
Chamber figures put the number of registered businesses at 41,000, up by 3,400 on last year, most of them in retail and logistics.
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