LAHORE: 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.

Presiding over a meeting here on Saturday, the premier reviewed the policy framework for the promotion of the electric vehicles industry and usage in the country.

According to an official statement, the meeting discussed the draft of the Ele­ctric Vehicles Policy 2025, with the PM emphasising the need for swift and priority-based measures to promote ele­ctric motorcycles, scooters, three-wheelers, cars, and buses across Pakistan.

“Set up charging infrastructure, inc­lu­ding charging stations and battery swapping facilities, to support the expansion of the EV ecosystem,” he directed.

The premier also instruc­ted that relevant industries be facilitated to enhance the local manufacturing capacity of electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers.

Federal ministers Muhammad Aurangzeb and Rana Tanveer Hussain and adviser Ahad Cheema were among the participants of the meeting.

Meanwhile, PML-N lea­der Khaw­aja Saad Rafique called on PM She­hbaz. The two leaders held a det­ai­led discussion on the current political situation in the country, reaffirming their commitment to addressing national challenges through unity and democratic dialogue.

Published in Dawn, June 15th, 2025