Pakistan to Offer Incentives for Electric Vehicle Adoption: Haroon Akhtar
— June 17, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AIA) Prime Minister’s Special Assistant Haroon Akhtar says special incentives will be offered to promote the adoption of electric vehicles in the country.
He was talking to Chief Executive Officer of Master Changan Motors Danial Malik, who called on him in Islamabad
The SAPM reaffirmed government’s commitment to implementing a sustainable and modern auto policy aligned with global trends.
He said the upcoming EV policy will provide a comprehensive framework for infrastructure development, investment incentives, and policy facilitation.
The two sides focused on the importance of transitioning towards New Energy Vehicles especially electric vehicles, as a national priority.
Meanwhile, in another meeting with Managing Director of Suzuki Motors Hiroshi Kawamura, Haroon Akhtar said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is deeply committed to the growth of the auto sector and is fully aware of the challenges it faces.
Hiroshi Kawamura voiced concerns over the proposed increase in sales tax on vehicles under 850cc from 12.5 percent to 18 percent, warning that such measures could adversely affect the automotive sector.
Responding the concern, the SAPM assured that the Prime Minister would not allow the sector to falter and pledged continued engagement with industry stakeholders to navigate challenges and seize growth opportunities.