LAHORE: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed early finalization of the Electric Vehicles (EV) Policy 2025 in consultation with all stakeholders and its immediate presentation before the federal cabinet.
He issued the directives while chairing a high-level meeting on Saturday to review the policy framework for the promotion of the electric vehicles industry and usage in the country.
During the meeting, the draft of the Electric Vehicles Policy 2025 was thoroughly discussed. The Prime Minister emphasized the need for swift and priority-based measures to promote electric motorcycles, scooters, three-wheelers, cars, and buses across Pakistan.
He also underscored the importance of setting up charging infrastructure, including charging stations and battery swapping facilities, to support the expansion of the EV ecosystem.
Furthermore, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif instructed that relevant industries should be facilitated to enhance the local manufacturing capacity of electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers.
Meanwhile, Former federal minister and senior PML-N leader Khawaja Saad Rafique called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday.
During the meeting, Rafique congratulated the prime minister on presenting a public-friendly federal budget, describing it as a positive step towards economic stability and much-needed relief for the people.
The two leaders also held a detailed discussion on the current political situation in the country, reaffirming their commitment to addressing national challenges through unity and democratic dialogue.
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