Shura welcomes royal directives reviewing VAT application mechanisms

Manama, (BNA): Shura Council praised the directives of HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to the relevant executive entities to review the mechanisms of applying VAT during the trial period of its implementation. The Shura Council welcomed HM the King’s assertion of the importance of taking into account the needs of citizens through exemptions and non-application of VAT on basic goods and services that may affect citizens’ income. The Shura Council said HM the King’s directives reflect his interest in citizens’ needs. It highlighted that citizens would always be the core of the development process seen in the prosperous era of HM the King. The Shura Council commended the cooperation between the legislative branch and the government, led by RH Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa supported by HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister, which boost the political work in the Kingdom of Bahrain in accordance with the constitution and national action charter. It stressed to follow up the application of the VAT in line with the royal vision in the interest of the national interest.