Khartoum:Prime Minister Professor Kamil Idris has issued a decision exempting several commodities from customs duties and taxes, including the value-added tax (VAT).
According to Sudan News Agency, the exemption applies to commodities such as flour, lentils, rice, fava beans, edible oils, beans, chickpeas, and green peas.
In addition to this exemption, the Prime Minister has lifted the ban on imports of certain food and other commodities. The decision mandates the Ministries of Finance and Industry and Trade, the Customs Forces, the General Intelligence Service, and other relevant authorities to implement the necessary measures.
These actions are part of the government's initiatives to alleviate the cost-of-living burden on citizens and ensure the availability of essential commodities.