A high-level meeting on the Mobile and Electronics Device Manufacturing Policy was chaired by the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister, Haroon Akhtar Khan. The session reviewed progress and discussed how to meet the policy’s goals through effective implementation.
The meeting was attended by Secretary Industries and Production Saif Anjum, CEO Engineering Development Board Hammad Mansoor, and representatives of mobile phone manufacturers. A detailed presentation explained the benefits of local assembly compared to complete imports.
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Haroon Akhtar Khan said the main goal of the policy is to create jobs and strengthen Pakistan’s industrial base. He stressed that phased localization will attract foreign investment in high-tech manufacturing and support long-term industrial growth.
Under the policy, special focus will be given to local production of key components such as motherboards, PCBs, electronic parts and display units. He said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif wants Pakistan to become an export base for global brands and part of global value chains.
Mobile manufacturers told the meeting that global brands including Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo and Nokia are potential investors under the new framework. They added that growth in the mobile sector will also support other electronics industries.
The policy introduces a globally competitive and export-focused framework. Strict compliance will be enforced, and incentives may be withdrawn if rules are violated. Penalties, including suspension of import licenses, can also be imposed in cases of non-compliance.
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Manufacturers highlighted the need for quality certification for exports and suggested setting up local testing and certification labs. Haroon Akhtar directed both public and private sectors to work together to ensure smooth implementation and achieve export-led growth.
The policy shows Pakistan’s push to reduce imports and boost jobs. Local production may lower costs over time. Strong cooperation and strict rules will decide its success.
