Finance and Mass Media Minister Mangala Samaraweera met the Chamber of Provincial Entrepreneurs representatives at the Finance Ministry to hold discussions to resolve difficulties faced by them, yesterday.
The representatives briefed Minister Samaraweera on issues faced by them especially with regard to the calculation of taxes.
They also stressed on issues regarding VAT and other taxes paid by small time business entrepreneurs.
Finance Minister Samaraweera stated that the Treasury intends to rectify issues faced by small business owners with regard to the calculation and payment of taxes through the next budget.
State Finance Minister Eran Wickramaratne and Secretary to the Treasury, Dr. R.H.S. Samaratunga also took part in the discussion.