Lawmakers Demand High-Level Probe into Customs Irregularities and Tax Rate Changes
Summary
Lawmakers in Nepal demand a high-level parliamentary investigation into alleged customs irregularities and tax rate manipulations causing significant revenue loss to the state.
Key Points
- Lawmakers demanded a high-level investigation into changes in tax rates and customs irregularities.
- A parliamentary subcommittee has been proposed to investigate manipulation of vehicle seat capacities to evade customs duties.
- Imported vehicles registered with altered seat capacities have led to billions in revenue loss to the state.
- Multiple lawmakers expressed distrust in the Ministry of Finance's internal investigation and urged for a parliamentary probe.
