The International Monetary Fund’s building in Washington, US. — AFP/FileMeasures to apply in on revenue shortfall, inability to cut expenses.Hike in withholding tax on internet service to up to 20% proposed.Contingency measure suggests raising GST on solar panels to 18%.
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