Pakistan auto parts makers seek PM meeting on new policy

Pakistan's auto parts manufacturers association (Paapam) has formally requested an urgent meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss the draft Auto & Auto Parts Policy 2026-2031, citing concerns over its potential impact on domestic industry. The association welcomed the prime minister's directive for a clause-by-clause review by a high-level committee but stressed that finalizing the policy without industry consultation risks harming manufacturing, employment, and localisation. Paapam urged the government to share the reviewed draft with stakeholders before submitting it to the IMF and cabinet. Paapam emphasized that manufacturers possess technical expertise to strengthen the policy framework and requested an early audience with the prime minister to present their proposals before the committee completes its deliberations and the draft reaches the cabinet.