Auto parts makers ask for meeting with PM

Want to air concern, share proposals for draft Auto Policy 2026-31

LAHORE:

The Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (Paapam) has formally approached Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, seeking an urgent meeting to present the industry's concerns and constructive proposals regarding the draft Auto & Auto Parts Policy 2026-2031.

In its communication, Paapam acknowledged the prime minister's directive under which a high-level committee was currently conducting a clause-by-clause review of the draft policy. While welcoming the review process, the association emphasised that finalisation of the policy without meaningful industry consultation could pose serious risks to domestic manufacturing, employment generation, localisation and national self-reliance.

Paapam strongly urged the government that the reviewed draft be shared with industry stakeholders before its submission to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the cabinet. The association stressed that manufacturers and allied sectors "possess valuable technical and practical expertise that can help strengthen the policy framework and ensure that it supports industrial growth and the long-term sustainability of Pakistan's automotive ecosystem".

Highlighting the importance of the matter, the Paapam leadership requested an early audience with the prime minister to present its concerns and constructive proposals directly, before the committee completed its deliberations and the draft was placed before the cabinet.