Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed early finalisation 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, PM Shehbaz instructed that relevant industries should be facilitated to enhance the local manufacturing capacity of electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers.
The meeting was attended by Federal Ministers Rana Tanveer Hussain, Ahmad Khan Cheema, Muhammad Aurangzeb, Special Assistant Haroon Akhtar, and other senior government officials.
Saad Rafiq
Former federal mminister 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.
Youth empowerment
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated that providing young people with quality education, skills, and employment opportunities remains one of the government's top priorities.
He made the remarks during a meeting with Chairman Prime Minister's Youth Programme, Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan, who called on him on Saturday.
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