Exciting update for electric vehicle owners: How many charging stations planned?
electric vehicle charging station
(Web Desk) The Pakistani government has signed an agreement with a leading Chinese firm to set up 3,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country.

Under the agreement, the Chinese firm will invest $350 million on the project, aimed to advance electric mobility and reduce reliance on fuel imports, according to media reports

Malik Khuda Bakhsh, Convenor of the Energy Standing Committee at the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), revealed that the EV stations will be strategically located along the motorway connecting Peshawar to Karachi.

During a ceremony at FPCCI headquarters, he made this announcement. He said the project will begin with an initial investment of $90 million to set up the stations, followed by an additional $250 million allocated for manufacturing by February 2025.

He highlighted the advancements in the electric transportation sector, including the establishment of FV Flash Charging Stations. He also noted the increasing interest of Chinese investors in Pakistan’s energy sector, with a delegation expected to visit the country soon to explore opportunities in areas such as the Thar Coalfield and alternative energy projects.

The Sindh government has assured full support to the investors, pledging assistance in documentation and facilitating smooth business operations to ensure the success of this transformative initiative.